DPT Therapeutic Interventions & Techniques 4

Question 1

Which gait training strategy is MOST effective for improving walking speed in patients with Parkinson's disease?

Accepted Answer

Auditory rhythmic cueing (metronome)

Answer

Auditory rhythmic cueing using a metronome bypasses the defective basal ganglia timing mechanism and has strong evidence for improving gait cadence and speed in Parkinson's disease.

Question 2

A patient presents with piriformis syndrome. Which intervention directly addresses the neuromuscular cause of external hip rotation tightness?

Accepted Answer

Sustained piriformis stretch with internal hip rotation

Answer

A sustained stretch with the hip in internal rotation directly lengthens the piriformis muscle and its external rotator synergists, addressing the primary musculoskeletal restriction.

Question 3

When performing cervical traction for a patient with C5-C6 disc herniation, which position is MOST commonly recommended to open the posterior intervertebral foramina?

Accepted Answer

15–25 degrees of cervical flexion

Answer

Approximately 15–25 degrees of cervical flexion maximally opens the posterior intervertebral foramina and unloads the posterior disc, reducing radicular symptoms.

Question 4

A therapist uses the Feldenkrais Method with a stroke patient. This approach primarily emphasizes:

Accepted Answer

Awareness through movement and sensory feedback

Answer

The Feldenkrais Method uses mindful movement exploration and sensory awareness to reorganize movement patterns, leveraging neuroplasticity through gentle, varied practice.

Question 5

Which form of biofeedback is MOST commonly used to help a patient with stress urinary incontinence improve pelvic floor muscle control?

Accepted Answer

EMG biofeedback with surface or intravaginal electrodes

Answer

Surface or intravaginal EMG biofeedback provides real-time visual or auditory feedback of pelvic floor muscle activity, helping patients learn to contract and relax correctly.

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DPT Therapeutic Interventions & Techniques 4