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Joint Mobilization Flashcards

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  1. Which of the following best describes the 'close-packed' position of the wrist joint?

    Answer: Full extension with radial deviation

    The close-packed position of the wrist is full extension with radial deviation, where articular surfaces are maximally congruent and ligaments taut.

  2. When performing elbow extension mobilization, a volar (anterior) glide of the radius on the capitulum primarily restores which motion?

    Answer: Extension

    An anterior (volar) glide of the radial head on the capitulum is used to restore restricted elbow extension.

  3. Which structure is most at risk of injury if excessive force is applied during a posterior glide mobilization of the proximal tibiofibular joint?

    Answer: Common peroneal nerve

    The common peroneal nerve wraps around the fibular head and is at risk of injury with excessive force during proximal tibiofibular mobilization.

  4. Maitland Grade I mobilizations are primarily used for:

    Answer: Reducing acute pain and guarding

    Grade I oscillations are small-amplitude movements in the beginning of range, primarily used to reduce acute pain and muscle guarding.

  5. Which metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint mobilization technique is indicated for hallux limitus (restricted extension of the first MTP)?

    Answer: Dorsal glide of the proximal phalanx

    A dorsal glide of the proximal phalanx of the great toe restores restricted extension (dorsiflexion) at the first MTP joint in hallux limitus.

  6. The sternoclavicular joint's saddle-shaped articular surface means that clavicular elevation is accompanied by which accessory motion?

    Answer: Inferior glide of the medial clavicle

    Due to the saddle-shaped SC joint, clavicular elevation is accompanied by an inferior glide of the medial clavicle on the manubrium.

  7. Which of the following clinical findings indicates that joint mobilization is appropriate rather than manipulation (HVLA)?

    Answer: Joint hypomobility with a firm/springy end-feel and no acute inflammation

    A firm or springy end-feel with hypomobility in the absence of acute inflammation indicates joint mobilization is appropriate.