What test is described below: Patient’s elbow is slightly…
What test is described below: Patient’s elbow is slightly flexed in a sitting position PT places thumb over the lateral epicondyle Patient is directed to make a fist, pronate forearm, radially deviate the wrist, and extend the wrist against the PT’s resistance
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A physical therapist is evaluating a patient with a finger injury following a pick-up basketball game. The PT notes the following position when the patient attempts to make a fist. Which of the following tendon was likely ruptured?
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I have read the Course Syllabus and the Student Policy for Proctored Exam in its entirety and understand what is expected of me. I acknowledge that there is a no-late work policy, unless I am returning from an emergency leave of absence (ELOA).I understand that I must adhere to all rules while using HonorLock, including conducting a thorough room scan for each assessment. If I violate any of these rules, I will receive a zero for that assessment.Additionally, I am required to use a side camera for all assessments in HonorLock going forward.
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A 17-year-old female is referred to PT with a history of bilateral knee pain (R>L). She is very active within the school year participating in 3 sports throughout the year. She has noticed her pain is worse during track season (long-distance runner). Her pain is localized under the knee cap. She denies a history of swelling or mechanism of injury, but states that her pain is gradually worsening over the last couple months. Which diagnosis is most likely occurring with this patient?
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A physical therapist is attempting to discern between a localized knee issue or potential for referred pain. The patient’s knee pain is at the medial aspect of the knee that refers just 2 inches down into the lower medial aspect of the leg. The patient will describe occasional pins and needles in this area in addition to pain. If a lumbar radiculopathy was truly present, what aspect of the neurological examination would fit this case given the likely spinal vertebral level?
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Case Study: A 68-year-old female presents to a physical therapy clinic with localized left-sided neck pain and stiffness, without any symptoms radiating into her upper extremities. She reports generalized mobility limitations, difficulty looking up to reach dishes from a cupboard, and morning stiffness that takes several hours to subside. The physical therapist (PT) attempts to assess the patient’s Atlanto-axial (AA) motion. What position should the PT position the patient to do so?
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