CCAT Manual Therapy Techniques 3

Question 1

Trigger point therapy in veterinary rehabilitation targets:

Accepted Answer

Hypertonic, painful nodules within muscle tissue that refer pain to distant sites

Answer

Trigger points are hyperirritable spots within taut bands of muscle that can cause referred pain patterns and restrict movement.

Question 2

Which of the following is a contraindication to joint mobilization in companion animals?

Accepted Answer

Acute fracture or joint instability

Answer

Acute fractures or joint instability are absolute contraindications to joint mobilization, as the technique could worsen injury.

Question 3

Traction applied to the hip joint during manual therapy is intended to:

Accepted Answer

Distract the joint surfaces to reduce pain and improve mobility

Answer

Joint traction creates distraction (separation) of articular surfaces, which reduces compressive forces, decreases pain, and may improve joint mobility.

Question 4

In companion animal rehabilitation, 'neural mobilization' (neurodynamics) techniques are used to:

Accepted Answer

Restore normal movement and extensibility of neural tissues

Answer

Neural mobilization techniques address restrictions in neural tissue mobility, restoring normal nerve gliding and reducing neurogenic pain.

Question 5

When using cross-friction massage on a tendon, the strokes should be applied:

Accepted Answer

Perpendicular to the tendon fibers

Answer

Cross-fiber (transverse) friction is applied perpendicular to the tendon fibers to break down adhesions and promote proper collagen realignment.

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CCAT Manual Therapy Techniques 3