Neuromuscular Rehabilitation Flashcards

Which gait deviation is commonly seen in a patient with weak hip extensors (gluteus maximus)?

Answer: Backward trunk lean at initial contact

Weak gluteus maximus causes the trunk to lean backward over the hip at initial contact to move the ground reaction force anterior to the hip, providing an external extension moment.

A patient with cerebellar ataxia will most likely demonstrate which of the following?

Answer: Intention tremor and dysdiadochokinesia

Cerebellar lesions produce intention tremor (worsening with purposeful movement), dysdiadochokinesia (inability to perform rapid alternating movements), and ataxic gait.

Which spinal cord injury classification indicates motor incomplete with more than half of key muscles below neurological level graded less than 3/5?

Answer: ASIA C

ASIA C (motor incomplete) means some motor function is preserved below the neurological level, but more than half of key muscles have a grade less than 3.

Which treatment approach uses sensory stimulation (tapping, brushing, icing) to facilitate muscle activation?

Answer: Rood approach

The Rood approach uses cutaneous sensory stimulation such as brushing, icing, and tapping over muscles to facilitate or inhibit motor responses.

What is the primary goal of PNF diagonal patterns in upper extremity rehabilitation?

Answer: Improve functional movement through spiral and diagonal mass movement patterns

PNF diagonal patterns (D1 and D2) use spiral and diagonal movement planes that mimic functional activities and recruit multiple muscle groups simultaneously.

A patient with Guillain-Barré syndrome is in the acute phase. What is the primary PTA priority?

Answer: Monitoring for respiratory compromise and positioning to prevent complications

During the acute ascending phase of GBS, respiratory monitoring is critical as ascending paralysis can compromise breathing; positioning prevents pressure injuries and contractures.