DO Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Indirect followed by direct with a dynamic thrust

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

High-velocity low-amplitude (HVLA)

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Flexed, rotated left, sidebent left

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Opposite directions (coupled)

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Lymphatic and immune circulation

Answer

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

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