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OMT Review
COMLEX prep
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05/20/2008

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Term
clavicle
Definition
the only bones connecting the upper extremity and the axial spine
Term
muscles of the rotator cuff
Definition

supraspinatus - aBduction

infraspinatus - external rotation

teres minor - external rotation

subscapularis - internal rotation

Term
subclavian artery
Definition
this artery passes between the anterior and middle scalenes
Term
radial artery
Definition

this artery courses the lateral aspect of the forearm supplying blood to the elbow, wrist, dorsal aspect of the hand, and eventually forming the DEEP palmar arterial arch

Term
ulnar artery
Definition
this artery courses the medial aspect of the forearm supplying blood to the elbow, wrist, dorsal aspect of the hand, and eventually forming the SUPERFICIAL palmar arterial arch
Term
abduction of the shoulder
Definition
for every 3 degree of abduction, the glenohumeral joint movies 2 degrees and the scarpulothoracic joint moves 1 degree
Term
internal and external rotation
Definition
the most common somatic dysfunction of the shoulder is restriction in...
Term
Thoracic outlet syndrome
Definition
A male patient comes into the clinic complaining of neck pain and dull and sometimes shooting pain radiating down his arm with movement.  he also complains of variable parethesias.  his clavicle is tender.  what is the likely diagnosis based on hx?
Term
+ Adson's test
Definition
The special test in Thoracic outlet syndrome in which compression occurs between the scalenes
Term
+ military posture test
Definition
special test in TOS in which compression occurs between the clavicle and 1st rib
Term
+ hyperextension test
Definition
special test in TOS in which compression occurs under pectoralis minor
Term
 directed at C2-C7, T1, rib, thoracic inlet, clavicle, and scalenes.  exercises to strengthen trapezius and levator scapula
Definition
Tx for TOS
Term
(chronic) supraspinatus tendinitis
Definition
a male patient complains of tenderness at the top of the shoulder (tip of acromion) which hurts more when he tries to abduct his arm from 60 - 120 degrees.  Xray shows calcification of supraspinatus tendon
Term
tx for supraspinatus tendonitis
Definition
rest, ice, and NSAIDS for the acute stages.  Severe: a sling and injection with lidocaine.  OMT should be directed at the shoulder complex, upper thoracic and ribs
Term
bicipital tenosynovitis
Definition
A 40 yr old male complains of pain his his arm that began after working out at the gym lifting weight, which he hasn't done for quite some time.  he describes the pain as in his shoulder and radiates to his biceps.  PE shows tenderness over thhe bicipital groove.  he said it hurts worse with resisted flexion or supination of the forearm. Dx?
Term
tx for bicipital tenosynovitis
Definition
rest, ice, NSAIDs, for acute.  Severe: injection with lidocaine or steriods.  OMT to free restrictions in the glenohumeral area and myofascial release
Term
rotator cuff tear (supraspinatus)
Definition
A 17 year old athlete complains of a dull pain in his shoulder following a fall on it 3 days prior.  He reported that right after, there was a shooting sharp pain but it progressed to a dull pain by today.  PE shows tenderness just below the tip of the acromion.  He is unable to abduct his arm.  + drop arm test.  He said it hurts worse at night. 
Term
adhesive capsulitis
Definition
a 43 yr old woman comes in complaining of decreased range of motion of her arm with pain.  she is unable to fully, abduction or internally or externally rotate her arm passively or actively.  she said that after her arm broke 1 year ago, she has been resting it extensively and not moving it unless she absolutely has to.  PE shows tenderness on anterior portion of shoulder. 
Term

tx for adhesive capsulitis

Definition
PREVENTION --> the earlier the mobilization, the better.  in jection of corticosteriods and NSAID's may help.  OMT directed at improving motion and lysing adhesions. 
Term

anteriorly and inferiorly

 

axillary nerve

Definition
a 14 yr old athlete dislocated his shoulder playing football.  In which directions did the head of the humerus dislocate from the joint?  injury to what nerve can accompany?
Term

winging of the right scapula

 

long thoracic nerve

Definition
a patient's right scapula protrudes posteriorly while he is pushing on a wall.  Dx?  What nerve has been injured?
Term
Erb-Duchenne's Palsy
Definition
The most common form of brachial plexus injury.  Upper arm paralysis caused by injury to C5 and C6 nerve roots usually during childbirth.  Results in paralysis of deltoid, external rotators, biceps, brachioradialis, and supinator muscles. 
Term
radial nerve
Definition

most common nerve injured in the upper extremity due to direct trauma.  unable to extend wrist or fingers (wrist drop) and partial paralysis supinating the arm.  CRUTCH PALSY: improper use of crutches causes injury.  In HUMERAL FRACTURES in which this nerve travels along the spinal groove

Term

muscles innervated by median nerve

Definition
flexors of the wrist and hand, pronators, 1st and 2nd lumbricals, thenar eminence except adductor pollicis brevis.  originate near medial epicondyle of the humerus
Term
muscles innervated by radial nerve
Definition
extensors of the wrist and fingers, supinator.  originate near lateral epicondyle of the humerus
Term
cubitus valgus
Definition
a carrying angle > 15 degrees.  also called aBduction of the ulna
Term
cubitus varus
Definition
a carrying angle < 3 degrees.  AKA aDduction of the ulna
Term

ulna movement: aBduction

 

wrist movement: aDduction

Definition
increased carrying angle
Term

ulna movement: aDduction

 

wrist movement: aBduction

Definition
decreased carrying angle
Term
posterior radial head SD
Definition
A boy complains of not being able to move his arm after a fall yesterday.  He said he fell while running and landed on his outstretched arm.  PE: restricted supination and anterior glide of radial head
Term
anerior radial head SD
Definition
a boy complains of not being able to move his arm after being pushed backwards by his brother yesterday.  he said he landed on his outstretched arm.  PE: restricted in pronation and posterior glide of radial head
Term
carpal tunnel syndrome (median nerve entrapment)
Definition
A 32 yr old woman complains of pain and weakness of her thumb and her first 2 fingers.  She said the pain started a month ago at work where she is a secretary that types all day.  She also says sometimes she feels pain shooting down her wrist into her fingertips.  PE: atrophy of thenar muscles, + Tinnel's sign, Phalen's sign, and prayer tests.  Sent for a nerve conduction study.  Dx?
Term
Tx for CTS
Definition
splints, NSAIDs, and steriod injections.  surgery is conservative failed.  OMT - treat rib and upper thoracic SD's to decrease symp tone.  also, treat cervical SD's and myofascial restrictions.  finally, treat direct release techniques to increase the space in the carpal tunnel
Term
lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
Definition
a 23 yr old male professional carpenter complains of pain when tightening a screw with his screwdriver over the lateral aspect of his elbow and worsens when resistance is applied.  he said it radiates to the lateral aspect of his arm and forearm.  PE:  tenderness over lateral epicondyle.  edema in the dorsal forearm over the extensor muscles. 
Term
medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow)
Definition
a young professional golfer complains of pain in his elbow.  He said he was playing 18 holes and on the 13th, he began to notice a sharp pain whenever he would begin his backswing.  PE: tenderness of medial epicondyle that gets worse with pronation and flexing the forearm. 
Term
swan neck deformity
Definition

flexion contracture of the MCP and DIP, extension contracture of the PIP.  associated with rheumatoid arthritis.

 

Term
boutonniere defmormity
Definition
entnsion contracture of the MCP and DIP, flexion contracture of the PIP.  associated with rheumatoid arthritis
Term
claw hand
Definition
entension of the MCP, flexion of the PIP and DIP.  results from median and ulnar injury
Term
ape hand
Definition
similar to claw hand but also a wasting of the thenar eminence and the thumb is adducted
Term
bishops deformity
Definition
contracture of the last two digits with atrophy of the hypothenar eminence due to ulnar nerve damage
Term
dupuytren's contracture
Definition
flexion contracture of the MCP and PIP usually seen with contracture of the last two digits.  like bishop's, however, due to a contracture of the palmar fascia
Term
ligaments of the hip joint
Definition

iliofemoral ligament

ishiofemoral ligament

pubofemoral ligament

capitis femoris - head of femur attaching to acetabular fossa

Term
external rotation SD
Definition
hip restricted in internal rotation, usually from piriformis or iliopsoas spasm
Term
internal rotation SD
Definition
hip restricted in external rotation, usually due to spasm of internal rotators (gluteus minimus, semimembranosus, semitendinosis, TFL, adductor magnus, adductor longus)
Term
ACL (anterior cruciate ligament)
Definition
originates at the posterior aspect of the femur, and attaches to the anterior aspect of the tibia.  IT PREVENTS ANTERIOR TRANSLATION OF THE TIBIA ON THE FEMUR
Term
PCL (posterior cruciate ligament)
Definition
originates on the anterior aspect of the femur and insets on the posterior aspect of the tibia.  IT PREVENTS POSTERIOR TRANSLATION OF THE TIBIA ON THE FEMUR
Term
pronation of the ankle
Definition
dorsiflexion, eversion, and abduction.  the fibular head will glide anteriorly
Term
supination of the ankle
Definition
plantarflexion, inversion, and adduction.  the fibular head will glide posteriorly
Term
femoral nerve
Definition

motor - innervates quads, iliacus, sartorius, and pectineus.  

 

sensory - anterior thigh and medial leg

Term
sciatic nerve L4-S3
Definition

two divisions:

1.  tibial - motor - hamstrings except the short head of the biceps femoris, most plantar flexors, and toe flexors

seonsory - lower leg and plantar aspect of the foot

 

2.  peroneal - motor - short head of biceps femoris, evertos, and dorsiflexors of the foot, and most extensors of the toes

sensory - lower leg and dorsum of foot

Term
coxa vara
Definition
if angle between the neck and shaft of femur is < 120 degrees
Term
coxa valga
Definition
if angle between the neck and shaft of the femur is > 135 degrees
Term
genu valgum
Definition
increased Q angle (angle between ASIS and tibial tuberosity).  patient appears knock-kneed
Term
genu varum
Definition
a decreased Q angle (the angle between the ASIS and the tibial tuberosity).  patient will appear bowlegged
Term
Posterior fibular head SD
Definition

proximal head resists anterior spring

distal fibula may be anterior and resists posterior springing

talus internally rotated causing foot to invert and plantarflex.  can cause dysfunction of the common peroneal nerve which lies directly posterior to the fibular head

Term
anterior fibular head SD
Definition

proximal fibular head resists posterior spring

distal fibula may be posterior

talus externally rotated causing foot to evert and dorsiflex

Term
patello-femoral syndrome
Definition
a woman complains of deep knee pain when climbing her stairs at home.  PE: increased Q angle, atrophy of vastus medialis, lateral patellar crepitus.  tx: strengthen the vastus medialis muscle
Term
compartment syndrome
Definition
a 16 yr old athlete complains of severe and unrelenting pain in her lower leg, especially the anterior part.  she said it started after a trackmeet.  PE: anterior tibialis muscle is hard on palpation, pulses are present and stetching the muscle causes severe pain. 
Term
tx for compartment syndrome
Definition
ice and myofascial release, to increase venous and lymph return.  since muscle necrosis can develop within 4-8 hours, if syndrome remains, surgical fasciotomy is indicated
Term
the terrible triad
Definition

1.  ACL

2.  MCL

3.  medial meniscus

Term
anterior talofibular ligament
Definition
MC injured ligament in the foot, usually after excessive evertion and plantarflexion
Term
factors that will decrease the rate and quality of the CRI
Definition

1. stress

2. depression

3. chronic fatigue

4. chronic infections

Term
factors that will increase the rate and quality of the CRI
Definition

1. vigorous physical exercise

2. systemic fever

3. following OMT to the craniosacral mechanism

Term
dura mater attachments
Definition
foramen magnum, C2, C3, and S2
Term
SBS compression
Definition
a guy got hit in the back of the head by a baseball bat, what kind of craniosacral strain is the most likely? 
Term

vagus nerve

Definition
all viscera above the diaphragm receives PS innervation from
Term
vagus nerve
Definition
PS innervation of entire small bowel, ascending, transverse colon
Term
pelvic splanchnic
Definition

PS innervation of descending colon and recto-sigmoid colon

Term
pelvic splanchnic
Definition
PS innervation of lower ureter and bladder
Term
vagus nerve
Definition
PS innervation of ovaries and testes
Term
T1- 4
Definition
S innervation for head and neck
Term
T1-5
Definition
S innervation of heart
Term
T2-7
Definition
S innervation of lungs
Term
T5-9
Definition
S innervation of upper GI (stomach, liver, gallbladder, spleen, portions of pancreas and duodenum)
Term
T10-11
Definition
S innervation of middle GI tract (portions of duodenum and pacreas, jejunum, illium, ascending colon and proximal 2/3 of transverse colon
Term
T12-L2
Definition
S innervation of lower GI tract (distal 1/3 of transverse colon, descending colon and sigmoid colon, rectum)
Term
T12
Definition
S innervation of appendix
Term
T10-11
Definition
S innervation of kidneys
Term
T10
Definition
S innervation of adrenal medulla
Term
T10-11
Definition
S innervation of upper ureters
Term
T12-L2
Definition
S innervation of lower ureters
Term
T11-L2
Definition
S innervation of bladder
Term
T10-11
Definition
S innervation of gonads
Term
T10-L2
Definition
S innervation of uterus and cervix
Term
T11-L2
Definition
S innervation of erectile tissue and clitorus
Term
T12-L2
Definition
S innervation of prostate
Term

ant -at the tip of the right 12th rib

 

post - transverse process of T11

Definition
chapman's point for appendix
Term

ant - 2 in superior and 1 in lateral to the umbilicus

 

post - between the spinous and transverse processes of T11 and T12

Definition

chapman's point for adrenals

Term
chapman's point for kidneys
Definition

ant - 1in superior and 1 in lateral to umbilicus

 

post - between the spinous processes and transverse processes of T12 and L1

Term
chapman's point for bladder
Definition
periumbilican region
Term
chapman's point for colon
Definition
on the lateral thigh within the iliotibial band from the greater trochanter to just above the knee
Term
Spurling Test (compression test)
Definition
special test where the physician pushes down on the top of the patient's head.  a + test is one in which pain radiates down into the ipsilateral arm
Term
wallenberg test
Definition

to test for vertebral artery insufficiency.  a + test is one in which the patient complains of dizziness, visual changes, lightheadedness, or eye nystagmus

Term
adson's test
Definition
a test where the arm is extended, externally rotated, and slightly abducted.  the patient is then asked to take a deep breath and turn their head toward the ipsilateral arm.  the test is positive with a severely decreased or absent radial pulse. one of the tests for TOS
Term
wright's test (hyperextension test)
Definition
hyperabducting the arm above the head with some extension.  the test is positive with a severely decreased or absent radial pulse.  one of the tests for TOS
Term
costoclavicular syndrome test (military posture test)
Definition
the examiner palpates the radial pulse while depressing and extending the shoulder.  the test is positive with a severely decreased or absent radial pulse.  one of the tests for TOS
Term
appley's scratch test
Definition
used to evaluate the range of motion of the shoulder.  ask the patient to reach behind their head and touch the opposite shoulder, reach in front of their head and touch their opposite shoulder, and reach behind their head and touch the opposite scapula. 
Term
drop arm test
Definition
detects tears in the rotator cuff.  the patient is instructed to abduct the hould to 90 degrees and then slowly lower the arm.  a positive test results if the patient cannot lower their arm smoothly, or if the arm drops to the side from 90 degrees
Term
speed test
Definition
assesses the biceps tendon in the bicipital groove.  the patient full extends the elbow, flexes the shoulder, and supinates the forearm.  the physician resists the flexion of the shoulder.  a positive test results with tenderness in the bicipital groove
Term
yergason's test
Definition
determines the stability of the biceps tendon in the bicipital groove.  the patient flexes the elbow to 90 degrees while the physician grasps the elbow with one hand and the wrist with the other hand.  while pulling downward on the patient's elbow, the physician externally rotates the forearm as the patient resists.  a positive test results when pain is elicited as the biceps tendon pops out of the bicipital groove
Term
allen's test
Definition
assesses the adequacy of blood supply to the hand by the radial and ulnar arteries.  the patient is instructed to open and close the hand being tested several times and then make a tight fist.  the physician occludes the radial and ulnar arteries at the wrist.  the palms should be pale.  the doc releases his grasp and assesses the flush.  if it flushes slowly or not at all, then the released artery is not adequately supplying the hand.
Term
finkelstein test
Definition
test for synovitis in the abductor pollicis brevis tendons at the wrist.  the patient makes a fist with the thumb tucked inside the fingers.  the physician stabilizes the patient's forearm and deviates the wrist ulnarly.  a positive test results when the patient feels pain over the tendons at the wrist
Term
phalen's test
Definition
aids in the diagnosis of CTS.  the physician maximally flexes the patients wrist and holds this position for one minute.  if tingling sensation is felt in the thumb, index finger, middle and lateral portion of the ring fingers, the test is positive and is indicative of CTS
Term
reverse phalen's (prayer test)
Definition
opposite of phalen's.  another test for CTS.  a positive is tingling after one minute.
Term
tinnel's test
Definition
used in the diagnosis of CTS.  the doc tap on the patient's transverse carpal ligament.  a positive test will cause tingling or parethesia into the thumb, index, middle, and later half of the ring finger. 
Term
hip drop test
Definition
assesses the sidebending ability of the lumbar spine and thoracolumbar junction.  normally, the lumbar spine should sidebend toward the side contralateral to the bending knee.  the ipsilateral iliac crest should drop more than 20-25 degrees.  a positive test is indicated by anything less than a smooth convexity in the lumbar spine, or a drop of the iliac crest of less than 25 degrees, meaning a lumbar SD
Term
straight leg raising (Lasegue's test)
Definition
used in the evaluation of sciatic nerve compression.  raise the leg approx 80 degree.  if pain is felt, bring it down a little and dorsiflex the foot.  if no more pain, the original pain was due to tight hanstrings.  if the is still pain, its a positive result for sciatic impingment
Term
pelvic side shift test
Definition
determines if the sacrum is midline.  it is often seen in flexion contracture of the iliopsoas (psoas syndrome).  a flexion contracture of the right iliopsoas will cause a positive pelvic shift test to the left and vice versa
Term
ober's test
Definition
detects a tight tensor fascia lata and iliotibial band.  the doc puts the patient in the oppositve side to the affected side.  he then flexes the knee to 90 degrees, abducts the hip as far as it'll go, and slightly extends.  the doc then releases his control and allows the leg to fall back to the table.  a postive test results in the legs remaining in the abducted position indicating a tight iliotibial band
Term
patrick's test (FABRE test)
Definition
used to assess pathology of the sacroiliac and hip joint, especially, osteoarthritis of the hip.  a positive test results in pain when pressure is applied. 
Term
thomas test
Definition
assesses the possibility of a flexion contracture of the hip, usually of iliopsoas origin.  a positive test results when the patient's opposite leg raises up indicating a tight iliopsoas muscle. 
Term
bounce home test
Definition
evaluates problems with full knee extension, usually due tominiscal tears or joint effusions.  the doc grabs the ankle and fully flexes the knee.  he then lets it go and normally the knee should fully extend and bounce with out restriction.  a positive test is if extension is incomplete or there is a rubbery feel to end point extension
Term
apley's compression and distraction tests
Definition
evaluate the meniscus and ligamentous structures of the knee.  pain on compression indicates a meniscal tear.  pain on distraction indicated ligamentous injury, usually the medial and or lateral colateral ligaments. 
Term
Lachman's test
Definition
assesses the stability of the ACL and is somewhat more accurate than the Draw tests. 
Term
McMurray's test
Definition
detects tears in the posterior aspect of the menisci.  if a palpable or audible click is felt or heard, the test is positive for a posterior (or lateral with internal instead of external roation) tear of the meniscus
Term
patellar grind test
Definition
assesses the posterior articular surfaces of the patella and the possibility of chondromalacia patellae, commonly seen with patello-femoral syndrome.  the test is positive if the patient feels pain with contraction of the patella
Term
valgus and varus stress test
Definition
used to assess the stability of the collateral ligaments.  pushing Laterally on the knee is the vaLgus stress test.  if gapping on the opposite side occurs, the MCL is torn. 
Term
ankle draw test
Definition
used to assess the medial and lateral ligaments of the ankle, mainly the anterior talofibular ligament, but also the superficial and deep deltoid ligaments.
Term
TART
Definition

Tissue texture change

Asymmetry

Restriction

Tenderness

Term
physiologic barrier
Definition
a point at which the patient can actively move any given joint
Term
anatomic barrier
Definition
a point at which a doc can passively move any givn joint
Term
restrictive (pathologic) barrier
Definition
lies before the physiologic barrier, and prevents full range of motion of that joint
Term
acute somatic dysfunctions
Definition
edematous, erythematous, boggy, with increased moisture.  muscle hypertonic.  asymmetry present.  restriction present, painful with movement.  severe, sharp tenderness
Term
chronic somatic dysfunctions
Definition
decreased or no edema, no erythema, cool dry skin, with slight tension, decreased muscle tone, flaccid, ropy, fibrotic.  asymmetry present with compensation in other areas of the body.  restriction present, decreased or no pain.  dull, achy, burning tenderness
Term
orientation of the superior facets in the axial skeleton
Definition

cervical - backard, upward, medial BUM

thoracic - backward, upward, lateral BUL

lumbar - backward, medial BM

Term
isotonic contraction
Definition
muscle contraction that result in the approx of the muscle's origin and insertion without a change in its tension.  the operator's force is less than the patient's force
Term
isometric contraction
Definition
 muscle contraction that results in the increase in tension without an approx of origin or insertion.  the operator's force and the patient's force are equal
Term
isolytic contraction
Definition
muscle contraction against resistance while focing the muscle to lengthen.  the operator's force is greater than the patient's force
Term
physiologic motion of the spine in flexion and extension
Definition
transvers axis on a sagittal plane
Term
physiological motion of the spine in rotation
Definition
vertical axis on a transverse plane
Term
physiological motion of the spine in sidebending
Definition
anterior-posterior axis on a coronal plane
Term

anterior and middle scalenes

 

Definition
originate from the posterior tubercle of the transverse processes of the cervical vertebrae and insert onto rib 1.  aid in respiration and sidebending/flexing the neck.  HELP ELEVATE the FIRST RIB DURING FORCED INHALATION
Term
posterior scalene
Definition
originate same as ant and middle, insert on rib 2.  HELP ELEVATE THE SECOND RIB DURING FORCED INHALATION
Term
SCM
Definition

unilateral contraction - sidebend towards and rotate away

bilateral - flex the neck

divides the neck into anterior and posterior triangles. can result in torticollis

Term
transverse
Definition
Term
transverse ligament
Definition
holds the dens in place.  Down's and rheumatid arthritis can weaken this ligament.  rupture causes profound neurological damage
Term
joints of Luschka
Definition
help support the lateral side of the cervical disc and protects cervical nerve roots from disc herniation.  degenerative changes and hypertrophy can lead to foraminal stenosis and nerve root compression
Term

orientation of the cervical nerves

Definition

the upper 7 exit above their corresponding vertebrae.  ex: C7 nerve root will exit between C6 and C7.  C8 exits between C7 and T1

Term
OA
Definition
promary motion is flexion/extension.  50% od F/E of the cervical spine.  sidebending and rotation occur on OPPOSITE sides with either flecion or extension
Term
AA
Definition
primary motion is rotation.  50% of the rotation of the cervical spine.  clinically, only rotation occurs at this joint
Term
C2-C7
Definition
sidebending/rotation occur on the same side.  acounts for the other 50% of F/E and rotation in cervical spine
Term
OA motion testing
Definition

right translation = left sidebending and vice versa

rotation

sidebending - look for deep sulci, a right deep sulcus indicates left sidebending, which indicated right roation

Term
AA motion testing
Definition

rotation - flex the head to 45 degrees to lock out

C2-C7.  look for restriction in rotation side to side

Term
C2-C7 motion testing
Definition
translation - right translation will produce left sidebending, just like OA
Term
cervical foraminal stenosis
Definition
an elderly 87 yr old female complains of shooting pain and loss of feeling in her arm and neck.  Hx - osteoporosis.  PE: increased pain with neck extension, positive Spurling's test, paraspinal muscle spasm, posterior and anterior cervical tenderpoints.  Xray - osteophyte formation and degenerative changes on AP views, narrowing intervertebral foramina on oblique.
Term
pump handle motion
Definition
the upper ribs 1-5 move primarily in a _________ motion
Term

bucket handle motion

Definition
the middle ribs 6-10 move primarily in a _____ motion
Term

caliper motion

Definition
the lower ribs 11 and 12 move primarily in a _____ motion
Term
ribs 1-5 inhalation dysfunction
Definition
ribs elevated anteriorly.  restricted on exhalation.  tenderness and tissue texture changes at the costochondral junction, chondrosternal junction, and posterior rib angles
Term
ribs 6-10 inhalation SD
Definition
ribs elevated laterally.  restricted on expiration.  tenderness and tissue texture changes at the intercostal muscles at mid axillary line and posterior rib angles
Term
ribs 1-5 exhalation SD
Definition
ribs depressed anteriorly.  restricted on inspiration.  tenderness and TTC same as I S.D.
Term
ribs 6-10 exhalation SD
Definition
ribs depressed laterally.  restricted on inspiration.  TTC and tenderness same as I S.D.
Term
inhalation dysfunctions
Definition
the key rib is the lowest rib of the dysfunction
Term
exhalation dysfunction
Definition
the key rib is the uppermost rib of the dysfunction
Term
facet trophism
Definition
MC anamaly in the lumbar spine, predisposed to early degenerative changes. 
Term
spina bifida occulta
Definition
no herniation through the defect in closure of the lamina of the vertebral segment.  often only physical sign is a course patch of hair over the site.  rarely associated with neurological deficits
Term
spina bifida meningocele
Definition
a herniation of meninges through the defect. associated with neurological deficits
Term
spina bifida meningomyelocele
Definition
a herniation of the meninges and the nerve roots through the defect.  associated with neuro deficits
Term
F/E
Definition
main motion of the lumbar spine
Term
rotation
Definition
main motion of the thoracic spine
Term
SD of the lumbosacral spine (back strain/sprain)
Definition
a 45 yr old man complains of achy pain in his low back, butt, and thigh and spasms.  he said the pain gets worse with running or even sitting in the same spot for a while.  - SLR test.  DTR's +2/4. 
Term
herniated nucleus pulposus (98% occur between L4-L5, or L5-S1)
Definition
a 33 yr old profession power lifter complains of lower back and lower leg pain.  he said it gets numb and tingles accompanied by a sharp shooting that goes down his leg, which worsen when he bends over.  PE: weakness and decreased reflexes associated with the affected nerve root.  sensory deficit over the corresponding dermatone.  + SLR test.  MRI - disc herniation L4-L5
Term
psoas syndrome
Definition
a 56 yr old truck driver complains of achy low back pain that radiates to his groin with muscle spasms.  he says it hurts worse when he's walking or standing.  PE: + Thomas test, tenderpt medial to ASIS, L1 ERrSr, positive pelvic shift test to contralateral side,  L on L sacral SD, contralater piriformis spasm. 
Term
tx for psoas syndrome
Definition
ice, counterstrain to the anterior iliopsoas tenderpt, then ME, HVLA to the high lumbar dysfunction.  do NOT stretch acute psoas spasms, only CHRONIC. 
Term
spinal stenosis
Definition
a 77 yr old woman complains of low back and low leg pain.  she said it aches all the time, but sometimes it'll shoot a sharp pain with numbness down her leg.  it's worse when standing, walking, and lying down.  Xray - osteophytes and decreased intervertebral disc space.  Foraminal narrowing on oblique view. 
Term
tx for spinal stenosis
Definition
OMT - decreasing restriction, improving ROM, physical therapy, NSAID's or low dose steroids. surgical laminectomy is conservative not working
Term
spondylolisthesis (anterior displacement, usually occurs at L4 or L5, symptomatic after age of 20)
Definition
a 23 yr old athlete complains of achy pain in his lower back, butt, and the backk of his thigh.  he said it gets worse when leans back to yawn.  PE: tight hamstrings bilaterally, waddling type gait, short stride, NO NEURO DEFICITS, positive vertebral step off sign.  Xray - forward displacement of L4. 
Term
tx for spondylolisthesis
Definition
conservative management, HVLA is contraindicated.  weight loss, avoiding high hells, and avoiding flexion exercises
Term
spondylolysis
Definition
defect in the par interarticularis without anterior displacement of the vertebral body.  symptoms similar to spondylolisthesis.  lateral xrays will not reveal any slippage, but oblique views will idenify the fracture.  it is often seen as a "collar" on the neck of the SCOTTY DOG
Term

spondylosis

Definition
radiographical term for degenerative changes within the intervertebral disc and ankylosing of adjacent vertebral bodies. 
Term
cauda equina syndrome (massive central disc herniation)
Definition
a 23 yr old professional NFL player complains of sharp low back pain. he reports that he is completely number around his entire inner thigh, pees and shits himself all the time.  PE: decreased deep tendon reflexes.
Term
tx for cauda equina syndrome
Definition
emergent surgical decrompression or irreversible paralysis will prob result.
Term
dextroscoliosis
Definition
type of scoliosis in which the curve is sidebent to the left
Term
levoscoliosis
Definition
type of scoliosis in which the curve is sidebent right
Term
structural curve
Definition

a spinal curve that is relatively fixed and infleible.  it will not correct with sidebending in the opposite direction.  associated with vertebral wedging and shortened ligaments and muscles on the concave side of the curve

Term
functional curve
Definition
a spinal curve that is flexible andcan be partially or completely corrected with sidebending to the opposite side
Term
cobb angle
Definition
xray method od measuring the amount of scoliosis in a patient.  draw a horizontal line from the top of the most superior vertebral body in the curve and another line at the bottom of the most inferior vertebral body in the curve.  next, draw perpendicular l ines from these horizontal lines aqnd measure the acute angle
Term
severity of scoliolis (cobb angles)
Definition

mild - 5-15 degrees

moderate - 20-45 degrees

severe - >50 degrees

Term
cobb angle >50
Definition
respiratory function is compromised of the thoracic curvature is....
Term
cobb angle >75 degrees
Definition
CV function is compromised if the thoracic curvature is ....
Term
tx of mild scoliosis
Definition
conservative tx that consists of physical therapy, Konstancin exercises and OMT.  The goal is to improve flexibility and strengthen trunk and abdominal muscles.  OMT is not intended to completely straighten scoliotic curves. 
Term
tx for moderate scoliosis
Definition
all the conservative therapy plus bracing with a spinal orthotic is often indicated
Term
tx for severe scoliosis
Definition
surgery is often indicated if there is respiratory compromise or if the scoliotic curve progresses quickly despite conservative management
Term
signs and symptoms of short leg sndrome (MC cause of hip replacement)
Definition

sacral base unleveling - lower on the side of the short leg

anterior innominate on side of short leg

posterior innominate on side of long leg

lumbar spine will sidebend away, and rotate toward side of short leg

ferguson's angle will increase 2-3 degrees

 

Term
tx for short leg syndrome
Definition

omt directed at the spine and lower extremities done to remove or decrease as much SD as possible.  if the short leg still persists...

obtain standing postural xrays to quantify differences in the heights of the femoral head.  of femoral head difference is >5mm then consider a heel lift

Term
heel lift guidelines
Definition

1.  the hell lift should be applied to the side of the short leg

2.  the final lift height should be 1/2 - 3/4 of the measured leg length discrepancy, unless there was a recent sudden cause, if this is the case, lift the full amount

3.  the "fragile" patient should begin with a 1/16 inch heel lift and increase 1/16 in every 2 weeks

4.  the flexible patient should begin with 1/8 in heel lift and increase 1/8 in every two weeks

Term
sacrospinous ligament
Definition
divides the greater and lesser sciatic foramen
Term
iliolumbar ligament
Definition

often the first ligament to become painful in lumbosacral decompensation

Term

during inhalation

Definition

the sacral base moves posterior

Term
during exhalation
Definition
the sacral base moves anterior
Term
physiologic axes of the sacrum and innominates
Definition

dynamic - motion while walking, weght bearing on left leg will cause a left sacral axis to be engaged and vice versa

respiratory - inhalation - post, exhalation - ant

inherent - craniosacral flexion - post, craniosacral extention - ant

postural - bending forward causes sacrum to move ant until maximum is achieved then moves post

Term
right anterior innominate
Definition
PE: standing flexion + on right.  ASIS inferior on right, PSIS superior on right. 
Term
right posterior innominate
Definition
+ standing flexion test on right, ASIS superior on right, PSIS inferior on right
Term
right superior innominate shear
Definition
+ standing flexion test on right, right ASIS and PSIS superior on right.
Term

left inferior innominate shear

Definition
+ standing flexion test on left, ASIS and PSIS inferior on left
Term
left superior pubic shear
Definition

+ standing flexion test on left, ASIS level, PSIS level, public bone superior on left

Term

right inferior pubic shear

Definition
+ standing flexion test on right, ASIS level, PSIS level, pubic bone inferior on left
Term
right innominate inflare
Definition
+ standing flexion test on right, right ASIS more medial.
Term
left innominate outflare
Definition
+ standing flexion test on left, left ASIS more lateral
Term
sacral torsion rules
Definition

1.  when L5 is sidebent, a sacral oblique axis is engaged on the same side as sidebending

2.  when L5 is rotated, the sacrum rotates the opposite way on an oblique axis

3.  the seated flexion test is found on the opposite side of the oblique axis

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