Upper Extremity Diagnosis Flashcards
1
Q
The elbow is subject to ____ or decreases in ____ as a result of injury.
A
contractures (shortening of muscle), ROM
2
Q
What needs to be done to restore function of the elbow?
A
Aggressive movement of stagnation, manual techniques need to be applied
3
Q
The wrists & hands are more susceptible to ____ than other joints. This means they are more susceptible to ____.
A
EPF: wind, cold, damp
Bi-Syndrome
4
Q
What happened to osteoarthritis cases?
A
Painful & fixed Bi progressing to Bony Bi
5
Q
Ganglion cysts are
A
Phlegm nodules
6
Q
Ailments of Wrist & Hand
A
ganglion cyst, LV Blood def. => dry tendons
