Upper Extremity Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Treatment protocol for Treating the upper Extremity?
A
Inlet Thoracics and Ribs Cervicals (AA and Lower) Head (OA) Shoulder and elbow Distal SD
2
Q
What is the purpose of the annular ligament?
A
Prevents distal Displacement of the radius
Shaped like a tapered cup with the bottom broken out
3
Q
WHat does it mean if there is tenderness in the snuff box?
A
Possible Scaphoid fracture
4
Q
How can you tell when nursemaids elbow has been fixed?
A
Rainge of motion in FLexion/ext has been fixed
Reduction in pain
5
Q
How does the Radial head move with Supination?
Pronation?
A
Radial Head moves Anteriorly
Posteriorly
