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Physical Exam
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Graduate
09/19/2010

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Term
synarthroidal/fibrous joint
Definition
immovable

ex: tibia/fibula, radius/ulna, sutures of skull
Term
amphiarthroidal/cartilaginous joint
Definition
slightly movable

ex: pubic symphysis, IV discs, facets
Term
diarthroidal/synovial joint
Definition
freely movable

all other joints; lined by and surrounded by synovium
Term
functional joint classifications
Definition
syn-, amphi-, di-
Term
structural joint classifications
Definition
fibrous, cartilaginous, synovial
Term
diarthroidal joints
Definition
ball and socket
hinge
condyloid (ellipsoidal)
saddle
gliding
pivot
Term
ball and socket joint
Definition
bone can move along indefinite number of axes

ex: hip, glenohumeral joint
Term
hinge joint
Definition
motion in only one plane

ex: elbow, knee
Term
saddle joint
Definition
ex: thumb at carpometacarpal joint
Term
gliding joint
Definition
ex: carpals
Term
pivot joint
Definition
ex: atlantoaxial joint
Term
condyloid (ellipsoidal) joint
Definition
rounded end of bone inserts into shallow cavity of another bone; does flexion, extension, ADD, ABD, and circumduction

ex: carpals to radius and ulna, MCP joints)
Term
What are you checking for when you inspect and palpate in a musculoskeletal exam?
Definition
alignment
symmetry
size of joint and surrounding structures
deformity
Term
When assessing an injury, always include the joint _______ and _______, as well as compare ______ to _______.
Definition
above and below
left to right
Term
palpate for...
Definition
temperature
tenderness
swelling
effusion (fluid under the joint)
crepitus
Term
passive ROM
Definition
clinician driven (part moved by clinician)
Term
active ROM
Definition
patient driven (demonstrated by patient)
Term
What do you use measure angles?
Definition
goniometer
Term
muscle strength ratings
Definition
0=no contractility
1=slight contractility,no movement by pt.
2=fullROM, gravity eliminated (passive)
3=full ROM vs gravity
4=full ROM vs gravity, some resistance
5=full ROM vs gravity, full resistance
Term
What signifies true TMJ dysfunction?
Definition
pain, crepitus, locking, or popping
Term
C7
Definition
vertebra prominens
Term
T7
Definition
inferior angles of the scapulae
Term
T12-L2
Definition
umbilicus (dermatome is of T10)
Term
L4-L5
Definition
iliac crests
Term
kyphosis
Definition
convex

normal to a degree in the thoracic and sacral vertebrae
Term
lordosis
Definition
concave

normal to a degree in cervical and lumbar vertebrae
Term
Dowager hump
Definition
"hunchback"

occurs with osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and sometimes pregnancy
Term
What can be used to diagnose a compression fracture of the spine?
Definition
percussion with a vibratory hammer; pt will have severe pain at segment with compression fracture when base of vibratory hammer is placed on it
Term
HNP (Supine) Straight Leg Raise Test
Definition
-tests L4, L5, S1
-examiner flexes hip (knee extended)
-positive test if pain below the knee area when lower extremity extended > 30 degrees
-flexion of the knee eliminates the pain
Term
HNP (Sitting) Straight Leg Raise Test
Definition
-"flip sign"
-seated position (slight lean forward)
-extend leg at knee against resistance
-positive test if pt leans backward ("flip sign"); has (radicular) pain with extension or resistance
Term
HNP Bragard Stretch Test for L4, L5, S1
Definition
-patient supine with neck slightly flexed
-examiner holds lower leg/ankle
-lower extremity raised slowly until pain felt
-lower slightly
-briskly dorsiflex foot and internall rotate lower extremity simultaneously
-pain in leg indicates herniated lumbar disc
Term
HNP Femoral Stretch Test (Hip Extension Test)
Definition
-tests L1, L2, L3, and sometimes L4 levels
-extend hip and flex knee
-positive if pian in dermatome distribution (anterior thight) with lower extremity extension
Term
What bony landmarks of the shoulders should be palpated?
Definition
sternoclavicular joint
clavicle
acromioclavicular joint
spine of the scapula
coracoid process
greater tubercle of humerus
biceps groove
Term
What muscles of the shoulders should be palpated?
Definition
supraspinatus
infraspinatus
teres minor
subscapularis
deltoid
Term
What muscles are responsible for external rotation of the shoulder?
Definition
supraspinatus
infraspinatus
teres minor
Term
What muscle is responsible for internal rotation of the shoulder?
Definition
subscapularis
Term
What signifies a rotator cuff tear or inflammation?
Definition
pain and/or disability between 60 and 120 degrees of ABD
Term
Hawkin's test
Definition
-tests rotator cuff integrity and strength
-flex shoulder to 90 degrees
-flex elbow to 90 degrees
-internally rotate shoulder
-positive test if pain in rotator cuff region
Term
O'Brien's test
Definition
labrum vs AC joint pathology

*watch video*
Term
Speed's test
Definition
biceps tendinitis vs labral pathology

*watch video*
Term
Neer test
Definition
-tests rotator cuff integrity and strength
-internally rotate shoulder as examiner flexes shoulder up to 150 degrees
-presses supraspinatus into antero-inferior subacromial area
-positive test is pain
-maneuver also checks serratus anterior integrity and rules out winged scapula

*watch video*
Term
winged scapula
Definition
-serratus anterior muscle
-injury to long thoracic n. causes paralysis to this muscle
-scapula lifts away (wings) from the posterior chest wall
-deformity accentuated by extending the arm or pushing against a wall
-common in women who have had a mastectomy
Term
Supraspinatus Stress Test
Definition
-ABD arm to 90 degrees, then flex anteriorly 30 degrees
-pronate forearm
-apply mold resistance downward on the forearm
-positive test if pain or weakness elicited
-"empty can test"
Term
Drop Arm Test
Definition
-passively ABD shoulder to 90 degrees
-pt relaxes arm fully
-advise you are going to let go of arm, then let go and ask patient to lower arm slowly
-positive test if patient unable to lower slowly in a fluid manner
-sign of supraspinatus injury
Term
How do you test the subscapularis?
Definition
-arm at side, elbow flexed to 90 degrees
-move forearm medially against resistance
Term
How do you test the infraspinatus and teres minor?
Definition
-have arm at side, elbow flexed to 90 degrees
-move forearm laterally against resistance
Term
complete rupture of supraspinatus
Definition
-most common between ages 55 and 65
-active ABD very limited
-further ABD accomplished with elevation of the scapula and shoulder shrugging or assistance from the opposite hand
Term
impingement syndrome and subacromial bursitis
Definition
repetitive activity with the arm above horizontal compresses the rotator cuff and related structures between the humeral head and the coracoacromial arch (space varies between individuals--some predisposed)
Term
Cross Chest ("Crossover") Test
Definition
-evaluates the AC joint
-arm horizontally across chest
-examiner presses against arm to stress the joint
Term
swan neck finger deformity
Definition
hyperextended PIP joint, flexed DIP joint
Term
boutonniere finger deformity
Definition
flexed PIP, hyperextended DIP
Term
Heberden's nodes
Definition
hard or bony swellings that develop in DIP joints
Term
Bouchard's nodes
Definition
hard or bony swellings that develop in PIP joints
Term
ganglion cyst
Definition
forms on top of a joint, usually in wrist or foot
Term
Tinel's test
Definition
-tests for carpal tunnel syndrome
-light percussion over nerve (median at wrist, ulnar at cubital tunnel of elbow)
-tingling and/or reproduction of symptoms is positive test
Term
Phalen's test
Definition
-tests for carpal tunnel syndrom
-hold wrist in acute flexion for 60 seconds
-numbness or tingling is positive sign
Term
Finklestein's test
Definition
-tests for De Quervain's tenosynovitis
-tuck thumb in hand and deviate wrist to ulnar side
-pain is a positive test
Term
Trendelenburg test
Definition
tests gluteus medius
Term
Thomas test
Definition
-rules out hip flexion contracture
-pt supine, one leg extended, flex other hip and knee
Term
Patrick's test (AKA FABER test)
Definition
-stresses the hip and SI joint
-flexion, ABD, external rotation of the hip
-positive test reproduces back or buttock pain
-groin pain is more indicative of hip joint pathology

*watch video*
Term
Barlow and Ortolani manuevers
Definition
-performed at each pedi visit until age 1
-detects hip dislocation/subluxation
-preferably one hip tested at a time
Term
Barlow manuever
Definition
-examiner's thumb on inside of thigh
-base of examiner's thumb on knee
-examiner's fingers gripping outer thigh with fingertips over trochanter
-ADD thigh and apply downward pressure
-attempt to dislocate hip
Term
Ortolani manuever
Definition
-slowly ABD thigh with axial pressure
-exert pressure in reverse order (presses head of femur back into position)
-attempt to relocate hip
Term
Allis sign
Definition
-tests for hip dislocation or foreshortened femur
-both knees flexed with feet flat on table
-examiner at infant's feet
-observe height of knees
Term
genu valgum
Definition
knock-kneed
Term
genu varum
Definition
bow-legged
Term
femur-tibia angle should be...
Definition
< 15 degrees
Term
ballottement
Definition
rebound sensation as structure floating within a fluid is moved and returns to its original position
Term
How do you check for ballottement in the knee?
Definition
-knee extended
-downward pressure with one hand on suprapatellar pouch
-push patella downward against femur with finger of other hand
-tapping or clicking means + for effusion
-release deep pressure against patella but keep light pressure
-patella "floats" if + for effusion
Term
How do you check for the bulge sign in the knee?
Definition
-knee extended
-milk medial aspect upward 2-3 times
-tap lateral side of patella
- + for effusion if "returning" fluid creates bulge in hollow area medial to patella
Term
varus stress test
Definition
-tests LCL
-test in extension and 30 degree flexion
-stabilize femur with one hand, hold ankle in other hand
-force ankle toward midline and apply internal rotational force
Term
valgus stress test
Definition
-tests MCL
-test in extension and 30 degree flexion
-stabilize femur with one hand, hold ankle with other hand
-force ankle away from midline and apply external rotational force
Term
anterior and posterior drawer test
Definition
-assesses ACL and PCL
-pt supine, knee flexed 45-90 degrees, foot flat on table
-examiner's hands circle upper tibia with thumbs apart and just proximal to tibial tuberosity and just distal to joint line
-anterior drawer: draw tibia forward
-posterior drawer: push tibia backward
-positive test: movement > 5mm in either direction
Term
Lachman test
Definition
-determines integrity of the ACL
-PCL must be intact
-most sensitive test for ACL
-pt supine, knee flexed 10-15 degrees
-one hand grasps and stabilies the thigh while pulling the tibia anteriorly
-forward translation of the tibial plateau > 5mm = tear in ACL
Term
McMurray test
Definition
-detects meniscal tears
-pt supine with knee flexed
-one hand circles distal femur, other holds ankle or heel
-fully flex knee, then externally rotate foot with extending knee (tests medial meniscus)
-fully flex knee, then internally rotate foot while extending knee (tests lateral meniscus)
Term
Apley (Grind) test
Definition
-detects meniscal tears
-pt c/o "locking" or "buckling" of the knee
-pt prone with knee flexed to 90 degrees
-examiner's hand presses downward on heel, then heel rotated
Term
pes planus
Definition
flat foot
Term
pes cavus
Definition
high instep
Term
pes varus
Definition
club foot (walking on lateral side)
Term
pes valgus
Definition
-outward turning of foot (walking on medial side)
-will see calus on medial plantar surface of big toe
-causes knee, ankle, hip, and back pain
Term
heel pronation
Definition
Achilles tendon deviates laterally
Term
anterior drawer test for the ankle
Definition
checks integrity of the anterior talofibular ligament
Term
hallux valgus
Definition
-lateral deviation of great toe
-bunion forms due to inflamed bursa formation at pressure point over 1st metatarsal head, medial aspect
Term
hammer toe
Definition
hyperextended MTP with flexed proximal joint
Term
mallet toe
Definition
DIP flexion deformity
Term
claw toe
Definition
hyperextended MTP with flexed proximal and distal joints
Term
You ________ a muscle or tendon, but you _________ a ligament.
Definition
strain; sprain
Term
strain
Definition
-stretching or partial tear of a muscle or tendon
-if complete rupture, have inability to move joint and requires surgical repair
-more common in middle-aged and older
-sudden stretch while muscle in contraction
Term
sprain
Definition
-stretching or partial tear of supporting structures of a joint
-occur in all ages
-sudden trauma
-graded based on degree of injury and stability of the joing
Term
grade I (first degree) sprain
Definition
-partial tear
-no instability of joint with stress
-treat based on symptoms
Term
grade II (second degree) sprain
Definition
-partial tear
-instability noted on stress
-treatment: immobilize and protect
Term
grade III (third degree) sprain
Definition
-complete tear
-complete opening of joint on stress
-treatment: immobilize, possible surgical repair
Term
RICE
Definition
rest
ice
compress
elevate
Term
What is the most common sprain?
Definition
ankle (mainly inversion injuries)
Term
What is the most commonly injured ligament in the ankle?
Definition
anterior talofibular ligament (extends anteriorly from distal fibula to neck of talus)
Term
What is the 2nd most commonly injured ligament in the ankle?
Definition
calcaneofibular ligament (extends from tip of lateral malleolus inferiorly and posteriorly to calcaneus)
Term
What is the minor ligament at the posterior aspect of the ankle?
Definition
posterior talofibular
Term
How is the deltoid ligament of the ankle tested?
Definition
everting foot
Term
Achilles tendon rupture
Definition
-more common after age 40
-pt's often describe an audible "pop"
-inablility to plantar flex
-treatment: casting in plantar flexion or may need surgical repair with casting; very long recovery
Term
Thompson test
Definition
-tests Achilles tendon
-pt prone, knee extended
-squeezing calf muscle should produce involuntary plantar flexion
-absence of plantar flexion is positive test
Term
Calcaneal fractures have a strong associates with __________ _______ fractures.
Definition
lumbar spine (compression or burst fractures)
Term
Leg length is measured from ________ to the ________ _________, crossing the knee on the _________ side.
Definition
ASIS; medial malleolus; medial
Term
Arm length is measured from the ________ ________ to the _______ _________ _____________.
Definition
acromion process; distal ulnar prominence
Term
Always get comparison films if....
Definition
epiphyses are open
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