PRC Treatment Planning & Manual Techniques 3

Question 1

In PRI, what is the primary reason alternating reciprocal activity is emphasized over bilateral symmetrical strengthening?

Accepted Answer

It restores the neurological alternating pattern needed for gait and breathing

Answer

PRI emphasizes alternating reciprocal activity because human locomotion and breathing rely on asymmetrical, alternating neurological patterns that bilateral symmetrical exercise cannot restore.

Question 2

Which reference center of control (RCC) must be established before addressing a patient's left AIC pattern in PRI?

Accepted Answer

Right acetabular-femoral joint

Answer

The right acetabular-femoral joint RCC must be established first because it provides the stable reference point from which the left AIC pattern can be unwound.

Question 3

During PRI treatment, a patient demonstrates inability to sense the right glute max during a right hip extension activity. What is the most likely compensatory pattern?

Accepted Answer

Right hamstring over-recruitment

Answer

When right glute max is inhibited during right hip extension, the right hamstrings typically over-recruit as a synergistic compensator.

Question 4

In PRI manual therapy, what is the significance of assessing the position of the right shoulder when treating left AIC patterns?

Accepted Answer

Right shoulder protraction typically accompanies right BC pattern co-existing with left AIC

Answer

Right shoulder protraction and depression typically co-exist with right BC and left AIC patterns, indicating the full polyarticular chain involvement that must be addressed.

Question 5

When applying manual resistance during a PRI zone of apposition (ZOA) exercise, where should the clinician place resistance to facilitate diaphragm repositioning?

Accepted Answer

Laterally over the lower ribs to resist bucket-handle motion

Answer

Lateral resistance over the lower ribs during exhalation resists bucket-handle rib motion and facilitates proper ZOA repositioning by encouraging internal oblique-driven rib depression.

(PRC) Postural Restoration Certified Practice Test

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PRC Treatment Planning & Manual Techniques 3