week 1 Flashcards

1
Q

Describe the outline of a basic MSK objective assessment

A

Observation
AROM
PROM
Muscle tests (strength and length)
Palpation
Accessory movements
‘Special’ tests
functional tests

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2
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What sort of things are you looking for in a basic observation for MSK?

A

bruising/swelling/scars
visual signs of pain/discomfort
muscle bulk/build/muscle wastage
weight bearing/centre of gravity

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3
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What do active movements test?

A

contractile tissues and inert tissues

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4
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What do passive movements test?

A

inert tissues only but will tension some contractile tissue towards end range

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5
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What is a grade 0 on the oxford scale?

A

no contraction or muscle activity

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6
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What is a grade 1 on the Oxford scale?

A

a flicker of contraction

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7
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What is a grade 2 on the oxford scale?

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muscle can perform full ROM with gravity eliminated

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8
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What is a grade 3 on the Oxford scale?

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full ROM against gravity

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9
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What is a grade 4 on the Oxford scale?

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Full ROM with moderate resistance but not full strength

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10
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What is a grade 5 on the oxford scale?

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normal muscular strength

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11
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What are you feeling for on palpation?

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heat
swelling
fear avoidance/ apprehension
pain provocation
increased sensitivity
allodynia
no sensation
reduced sensation

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