A PTA is working with a patient diagnosed with disc protrusi…
A PTA is working with a patient diagnosed with disc protrusion. The PTA is building a home exercise program for this patient with an emphasis in the McKenzie approach. Assuming the patient is able to complete a prone press up exercise (on extended arms), which activity should come next in the progression?
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A PTA is working with a patient who was sustained a CVA 48 hours ago. During consultation with the PT, the PTA recommends a positioning schedule for the patient. How often should the patient be repositioned to avoid excess pressure on bony prominences?
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A PTA is using an AFO for gait activities with a patient who has been diagnosed with a CVA. The PTA is concerned about the potential for skin break down as the patient has diminished sensation on the involved LE. Which of the following statements indicates the best advise to give to this patient?
Read DetailsA PTA is working with a patient who was sustained a CVA 48 h…
A PTA is working with a patient who was sustained a CVA 48 hours ago. During consultation with the PT, the PTA recommends a positioning schedule for the patient. How often should the patient be repositioned to avoid excess pressure on bony prominences?
Read DetailsA PTA is using an AFO for gait activities with a patient who…
A PTA is using an AFO for gait activities with a patient who has been diagnosed with a CVA. The PTA is concerned about the potential for skin break down as the patient has diminished sensation on the involved LE. Which of the following statements indicates the best advise to give to this patient?
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