Assessment & Treatment Planning Flashcards
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In equine chiropractic, which term describes the specific vertebral listing used to document the direction of joint restriction found on motion palpation?
Answer: Vertebral motion unit listing
The vertebral motion unit listing identifies the specific vertebral level and direction of restricted movement to guide the thrust vector of the adjustment.
A horse undergoing regular chiropractic care suddenly shows increased resistance to adjustment at previously responsive segments. What should the practitioner consider first?
Answer: Re-examining for new pathology or a change in the horse's condition
Sudden increased resistance suggests a change in the horse's condition, potentially new pathology, that requires re-assessment before continuing treatment.
When documenting progress in equine chiropractic, which outcome measure is most objective?
Answer: Goniometric measurement of cervical range of motion before and after treatment
Goniometric measurements of cervical range of motion provide a reproducible, objective metric for tracking treatment outcomes over time.
Which of the following best describes a contraindication to chiropractic adjustment in the equine patient?
Answer: Suspected vertebral fracture or acute disc herniation
Suspected vertebral fracture or acute disc herniation is an absolute contraindication to spinal manipulation due to risk of serious cord injury.
A three-year-old Thoroughbred in race training presents with a first-time assessment. What aspect of the history is most critical to collect before beginning palpation?
Answer: Any recent falls, trauma, or sudden onset of performance decline
Recent trauma, falls, or sudden performance decline must be identified first because they may indicate injury requiring veterinary evaluation before chiropractic intervention.
How does a joint fixation differ from hypermobility in equine motion palpation assessment?
Answer: Fixation shows decreased or absent joint play; hypermobility shows excessive range
Fixation is characterized by reduced or absent intersegmental joint play, while hypermobility presents with excessive range of motion, often as a compensatory response adjacent to a fixed segment.
When planning treatment frequency for a performance horse with multiple cervical fixations, which factor most influences the re-examination interval?
Answer: The horse's training schedule and physical demands placed on the spine
Training intensity and the physical demands placed on the spine determine how quickly a horse is likely to return to dysfunction, directly influencing re-examination intervals.