CCEP Joint Mobilization 4

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Full extension with radial deviation

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Extension

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Common peroneal nerve

Answer

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

Question 4

Maitland Grade I mobilizations are primarily used for:

Accepted Answer

Reducing acute pain and guarding

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Dorsal glide of the proximal phalanx

Answer

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

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