Modified ashworth scale - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

0 - No increase in muscle tone 1 - Slight increase in muscle tone, manifested by CATCH/RELEASE, or by MINIMAL resistance at the end ROM when the affected part(s) is moved in flexion or extension. 1+ - Slight increase in muscle tone, manifested by a catch, FOLLOWED by minimal resistance throughout the remainder (less than half) of the ROM 2 - More marked increase in muscle tone through most of the ROM, but affected part(s) easily moved 3 - Considerable increase in muscle tone, passive move...

Cell proliferation in the developing nervous system begins in which area? - correct answer Ventricular Zone Which of the following are upper motor neuron lesions? - correct answer -Spinal cord injury affecting the corticospinal tracts -Cerebrovascular accident affecting the motor homunculus A PTA student is working with a patient who has right LE extensor spasticity. What do you expect to see? - correct answer Hip adduction, hip IR. knee extension, ankle plantarflexion A physical...

good ways to assess balance in stroke population correct answer: DGi, mDGI, Berg, Four square step test, FIST, PASS LEMOCOT correct answer: Lower extremity motor coordination tests- quantitatively assesses lower limb coordination and has reference values. Has ability to detect changes in MC after stroke and is a strong predictor of social participation after stroke rehabilitation How do we assess tone? correct answer: Modified Ashworth: pt has to be able to relax, test has poor interrup...

NPTE EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS & ANSWERS, 100% ACCURATE. GRADED A+ 3) FPB (The FPB is tested with pressure applied to the palmar surface of the proximal phalanx of the first digit in the direction of extension.) A physical therapist performs a manual muscle test as depicted in the image. The therapist is MOST likely testing the: 1) EPB 2) EPL 3) FPB 4) FPL 4) Decreased blood traveling to the brain (Atrial flutter is a common abnormal heart rhythm characterized by rapid atrial tachycard...

what test Assesses distance walked over time as a sub-maximal test of aerobic capacity/endurance correct answer: 6 minute walk test. what test Assesses walking speed in meters per second over a short duration correct answer: 10 meter walk test. what ICF domain is the 10 meter walk test in? correct answer: activity. looks at functional Mobility; Gait; Vestibular what stroke outcome measure Assesses upper limb functioning using observational methods. Looking at grasp, grip, pinch, ...

Adult Test 2 (USAHS) Questions and Answers 100% Pass About how many new cases a year of a SCI is there? 17,500 About how many people are living with SCI at the moment? 285,000 What are the leading causes of SCI? MVA, followed by falls, acts of violence and sports What is the common common SCI injury? Incomplete Tetraplegia Most SCI occur to what population? Young males SCI causes a disruption to the what> Motor and sensory pathways at the site of the lesion How are SCI defined? By both ...

NPTEFF Mini Exam 1 Questions with Correct A Phase 1 of rehabilitation post reverse shoulder arthroplasty lasts for up to weeks. The motions that are restricted during this period include_ - Answer-6 weeks -No GH extension or internal rotation past neutral -No combined GH extension, adduction, and internal rotation -0°-20° external rotation- Up to 90° -120° arm elevation in scapular plane Stages of Lymphedema No outward swelling noted Essentially asymptomatic with occasional re...

How can I get the occupational profile content? FORMAL INTERVIEW CASUAL CONVERSATION FROM CLIENT FROM STAFF FROM FAMILIES FROM CAREGIVERS IN ONE SESSION OVER PERIOD OF TIME Occupations ADL's IADL's Rest and sleep Education Work Play Leisure Social Participation Brainpower Read More Performance skills Motor skills Process skills Social interaction skills Performance Patterns Habits Routines Rituals Roles Context and Environment Physical S...

Neuro NPTE Exam Questions with Correct Answers allyodynia - Answer-sensation of pain in response to stimuli that not typically produce pain analgesia - Answer-absense of pain while remaining conscious anesthesia - Answer-absence of touch sensation causalgia - Answer-constant, relentless, burning hyperesthesia & hyperalgesia that develops after peripheral nerve injury dysesthesia - Answer-distortion of any of the senses, esp sense of touch hyperesthesia - Answer-heightened sensation h...

About how many new cases a year of a SCI is there? - Answer-17,500 About how many people are living with SCI at the moment? - Answer-285,000 What are the leading causes of SCI? - Answer-MVA, followed by falls, acts of violence and sports What is the common common SCI injury? - Answer-Incomplete Tetraplegia Most SCI occur to what population? - Answer-Young males SCI causes a disruption to the what> - Answer-Motor and sensory pathways at the site of the lesion How are SCI defined? - Answe...