Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Flashcards

The Still technique in OMM is best described as which type of combined approach?

Answer: Indirect followed by direct with a dynamic thrust

The Still technique first moves toward ease (indirect), then through the barrier with a dynamic corrective force.

Which OMM technique is CONTRAINDICATED in a patient with acute disc herniation causing radiculopathy?

Answer: High-velocity low-amplitude (HVLA)

HVLA is contraindicated with acute disc herniation because the thrust can worsen nerve compression and neurological deficits.

In diagnosing spinal somatic dysfunction, the convention 'L3 FRSL' means the vertebra is:

Answer: Flexed, rotated left, sidebent left

In OMM positional notation, F = flexed, R = rotated, S = sidebent, and the direction letter follows each motion descriptor.

Type I spinal mechanics (Fryette's Law I) states that sidebending and rotation occur in which relationship when the spine is in neutral?

Answer: Opposite directions (coupled)

Fryette's Law I states that in the neutral spine, rotation and sidebending are coupled to opposite sides across multiple segments.

The lymphatic pump technique is primarily used to enhance what physiological function?

Answer: Lymphatic and immune circulation

Lymphatic pump techniques rhythmically increase intrathoracic pressure to propel lymph through the lymphatic vessels and boost immune function.

Which structure is the primary focus of the Galbreath technique used in OMM?

Answer: Mandible and eustachian tube drainage

The Galbreath mandibular drainage technique promotes eustachian tube drainage by tractioning the mandible to treat otitis media.