Dx: Post left TKA 2 weeks ago O: Left knee extension MMT 3-…
Dx: Post left TKA 2 weeks ago O: Left knee extension MMT 3-/5 PT Goal: Increase strength left quads PT Plan of Care: NMES Based on the patient’s MMT score, which of the following exercises performed, in addition to NMES, is appropriate to help meet the PT’s goal?
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A patient is learning to use an electrical stimulation unit designed for use in the home. During the instruction session the patient feels a sharp burning sensation at the edge of the electrode. The PTA instructs the patient to check all of the following EXCEPT:
Read DetailsA PTA has applied low rate TENS per PT POC to meet PT Goal t…
A PTA has applied low rate TENS per PT POC to meet PT Goal to decrease pain. Which of the following BEST describes the instructions the PTA should give to the patient regarding the treatment? Turn the unit up until they feel a
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A PTA is applying a high-volt pulsed current to the vastus medialis to improve patellar tracking during knee extension. The pt reports that the current is uncomfortable. To make the current more tolerable to the pt, yet maintain a good therapeutic effect, the assistant should consider adjusting the:
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