Topic 1 - Introduction & Mobilization Theory Flashcards
Manual therapy techniques used to modulate pain and treat joint impairments that limit ROM by addressing the altered mechanics of the joint.
Joint Mobilizations
T/F - Mobilization is the same as manipulation.
False - Mobilization is NOT the same as manipulation.
A term that refers to when the patient can voluntarily contract a muscle to stop the movement.
Mobilization
A term that refers to when the patient cannot stop the movement.
Manipulation
A ____________ is applied with speed and thrust, and is often used by chiropractors and physiotherapists.
Manipulation
Synovial joints rely on the ______ of the joint capsule and surrounding structures and the potential _____ between the bones for optimal movement.
Laxity
Space
Label the following image (letters A-E) displayed below.
A) Fibrous Layer
B) Synovial Layer
C) Intra-Articular Disk
D) Joint Cavity
E) Articular Cartilage
Voluntary motions the patient performs by moving a joint.
Osteokinematic Movements
______________ terms describe the movement (or swing) of a bone in space.
Osteokinematic
Involuntary movements within the joint and surrounding tissues that are necessary for normal ROM.
Arthrokinematic Movements
T/F - Arthrokinematic movements allow for osteokinematic movements to happen.
True
What are the 5 types of arthrokinematic movements?
1) Roll
2) Slide
3) Spin
4) Compression
5) Distraction
_______________ movements are necessary for pain-free, unrestricted, voluntary movements to occur.
Arthrokinematic
A type of arthrokinematic movement that occurs between joint surfaces when a new point on the moving surface contacts a new point on the stationary surface.
Roll
T/F - In a normal joint, roll occurs without slide or spin.
False - In a normal joint, roll occurs WITH slide or spin.
T/F - Roll results in the movement (swing) of a bone.
True
____ always occurs in the direction that the bone is moving, regardless of whether the moving surface is convex or concave.
Roll
A type of arthrokinematic movement that occurs when the same point on the moving surface contacts new points on the stationary surface.
Slide
A relationship in which the direction of slide depends on whether the moving surface of the joint is concave or convex.
Concave-Convex Rule
Slide occurs in the same direction as the roll if the moving surface is _______.
Concave
Slide occurs in the opposite direction of the roll if the moving surface is ______.
Convex
A type of arthrokinematic movement that occurs when the same point on a moving surface contacts the same point on the stationary surface.
Spin
____ involves the rotation of a segment about a stationary axis.
Spin
A type of arthrokinematic movement that occurs when there is a decrease in space between the two articulating joint surfaces.
Compression
___________ normally occurs during weight bearing and can occur when muscles contract, providing stability to the joint.
Compression
Normal ___________ encourages movement of synovial fluid, which helps maintain cartilage health.
Compression
T/F - Abnormally high compression can lead to deterioration of articular cartilage.
True
A longitudinal pull or a pull along the long axis of the bone.
Traction
Traction is often called ____-____ traction.
Long-Axis Traction
A force applied perpendicular to the treatment plane involving a separation or pulling apart of the articular surfaces.
Distraction
Distraction and/or glides are applied to the joint surfaces to decrease ____ or restore normal ________________.
Pain
Arthrokinematics
Distractions can be applied on their own or in combination with a _____. When possible, it should be a grade __ distraction.
Glide
Grade I
Distractions and glides are applied using _________ or ___________ techniques.
Sustained
Oscillatory
T/F - Glide and slide are both arthrokinematic movements.
False - Glide and slide are NOT both arthrokinematic movements.
_____ is when you mobilize a bone in a direction that is parallel to the treatment plane.
Glide
A plane that lies parallel to the concave surface of a joint.
Treatment Plane
T/F - There are four grades of sustained mobilization.
False - There are THREE grades of sustained mobilization.
Match the following grades of sustained mobilization techniques with their appropriate description.
1) Grade I
2) Grade II
3) Grade III
A) Small-amplitude distraction, no stress on the joint capsule
B) Distraction or glide is applied with an amplitude large enough to place stretch on the capsule and periarticular structures
C) Distraction or glide is applied, tightens the tissue around the joint
1) Grade I – A) Small-amplitude distraction, no stress on the joint capsule
2) Grade II – C) Distraction or glide is applied, tightens the tissue around the joint
3) Grade III – B) Distraction or glide is applied with an amplitude large enough to place stretch on the capsule and periarticular structures