OMT OMT Neuromuscular Pathology & Conditions 2

Question 1

What condition is characterized by degeneration and thickening of the plantar fascia at its calcaneal insertion?

Accepted Answer

Plantar fasciitis

Answer

Plantar fasciitis involves degenerative changes at the calcaneal insertion of the plantar fascia, causing heel pain especially with the first steps in the morning.

Question 2

Which special orthopedic test is used to assess for sacroiliac joint dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

FABER test

Answer

The FABER (Flexion, Abduction, External Rotation) test, also known as Patrick's test, is used to stress the sacroiliac joint and hip to identify SIJ dysfunction.

Question 3

Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) most commonly involves which tendon?

Accepted Answer

Extensor carpi radialis brevis

Answer

Lateral epicondylitis primarily involves degenerative changes in the extensor carpi radialis brevis tendon at its attachment to the lateral epicondyle.

Question 4

In the assessment of a frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), which motion is typically lost first?

Accepted Answer

External rotation

Answer

External rotation is typically the first and most restricted motion in adhesive capsulitis due to the capsular pattern of the glenohumeral joint.

Question 5

Meralgia paresthetica involves compression of which nerve?

Accepted Answer

Lateral femoral cutaneous nerve

Answer

Meralgia paresthetica results from compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve, typically at the inguinal ligament, causing numbness and tingling in the anterolateral thigh.

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OMT OMT Neuromuscular Pathology & Conditions 2