Cerebral Palsy Seminar PT Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of balance training for individuals with cerebral palsy?

To improve strength and motor function

To increase velocity at free and fastest speeds

To enhance self-perception and self-confidence

To facilitate learning of new movement skills (correct)

How does aquatic therapy help individuals with the spastic type of cerebral palsy?

It reduces hypertonus and gravitational forces

It increases viscosity and resistance to movement

It provides a natural brace and compression garment

All of the above (correct)

Which of the following is the primary benefit of isotonic and isokinetic exercises for individuals with cerebral palsy?

Increased strength and motor function

Improved gait velocity and cadence

Enhanced active motion and stance stability

All of the above (correct)

Which assistive device is most appropriate for a child with increased postural tone, limited pelvic and lower extremity dissociation, and the inability to weight shift with caregiver support?

Gait trainer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of providing therapy sessions for individuals with cerebral palsy?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using aquatic therapy for individuals with cerebral palsy?

Enhanced functional skills and mobility Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for Cerebral Palsy, as mentioned in the text?

Infantile Paralysis Signup and view all the answers

In terms of birth weight and gender, who is more commonly affected by Cerebral Palsy?

Pre-term boys Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of Cerebral Palsy?

Non-progressive brain lesions Signup and view all the answers

Which joint is NOT typically associated with Cerebral Palsy?

DIP joint Signup and view all the answers

What is a prenatal risk factor for Cerebral Palsy?

Multiple pregnancies Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized during the examination/evaluation of preterm infants with Cerebral Palsy?

Medications taken during pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of osteoblasts?

To synthesize and secrete collagen fibers and other organic components needed to build the extracellular matrix of bone tissue Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone cell is responsible for the breakdown of the bone extracellular matrix?

Osteoclasts Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of osteocytes?

To maintain the daily metabolism of bone tissue, such as the exchange of nutrients and wastes with the blood Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone cell is derived from mesenchyme, the tissue from which all connective tissues are formed?

Osteogenic cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of bone resorption?

To be part of the normal development, growth, maintenance, and repair of bones Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of static orthoses?

To provide rigid support and prevent motion Signup and view all the answers

Dynamic/functional orthoses are used to:

Assist movement of weak muscles Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Pavlik harness or hip abduction orthosis?

To position hips in flexion and abduction to encourage desired bone development and prevent dislocation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a knee orthosis (KO)?

To relieve pressure off the affected part of the knee joint and provide support and stability Signup and view all the answers

Which type of orthosis is used to treat children with Legg-Calve-Perthes disease?

Pavlik harness or hip abduction orthosis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about dynamic splints?

They have a dual or bilateral mechanism for providing tension, safely accommodating moments of spasm and limiting soft-tissue injuries Signup and view all the answers

What type of joint is the acromioclavicular (AC) joint?

Synovial joint Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is innervated by the axillary nerve?

Deltoid Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the coracoclavicular ligament complex?

Provides vertical stability to the AC joint Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is responsible for the upward translatory force during shoulder abduction?

Deltoid Signup and view all the answers

What is the ratio of glenohumeral joint movement to scapulothoracic joint movement during shoulder abduction, as described by the scapulohumeral rhythm?

2:1 Signup and view all the answers

Which condition can disrupt the normal scapulohumeral rhythm?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical age range for the onset of adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder)?

40-60 years Signup and view all the answers

Which group is at a higher risk of developing adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder)?

Both A and C Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate percentage of individuals with diabetes who develop frozen shoulder?

10-20% Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the scapulohumeral rhythm involves minimal scapular movement?

Phase 1 Signup and view all the answers