Electrical Stimulation in Rehabilitation Devices

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Why is it recommended not to lock out the elbow during therapy sessions?

To promote muscle stability rather than relying on bony structures and ligaments (correct)

To prevent any movement or accidental injuries

To encourage stacking of bony structures for better support

To allow for maximum stretching of muscles

When might locking out the elbow be necessary during therapy sessions?

When the patient shows signs of muscle fatigue

When the patient is unable to extend their arm (correct)

When the therapist wants to challenge the patient further

When the patient needs a break from the activity

In weightbearing sequencing, which side is usually initiated first?

More involved affected side

Both sides simultaneously

Less involved non paretic side (correct)

Uninvolved arm side

What is the characteristic of closed chained weight shifting approach in therapy?

Affected side is stabilized for dynamic movement Signup and view all the answers

Which type of activities involve open chained movements in therapy?

Wiping the table movement Signup and view all the answers

Which type of electrical stimulation is specifically used to activate wrist and finger flexors and extensors for fine motor tasks?

BIONESS Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theory behind Mirror Therapy in the context of stimulating cortical areas in the brain?

Observation of movements and performance share similar cortical areas Signup and view all the answers

Which neurological conditions have shown strength improvements and torque production with the use of electrical stimulation?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using Vibration therapy according to the text?

To stimulate mechanical receptors Signup and view all the answers

In Mirror Therapy, which limb's movements are observed to stimulate the same cortical areas in the brain?

Non-paretic limb Signup and view all the answers

Which device is specifically used as a shoe insert triggered from heel lift to stimulate the anterior tibialis muscle?

WALKAIDE Signup and view all the answers

What is a method to promote forces use and increase cortical excitability for neural visual alignment and weight shift for gait plasticity?

Using tactile feedback from tables Signup and view all the answers

For patients with hemiparesis or paraparesis, what is an effective method to enhance proprioceptive feedback?

Utilizing a swiss ball for sitting Signup and view all the answers

In challenging patients through dual tasking, what is the primary aim?

Improving controlled mobility and skill Signup and view all the answers

How can pushing extremities be detrimental to patients with hemiparesis?

It can worsen the condition Signup and view all the answers

What method contributes to recognizing midline mobility and weight shift in pushers?

Utilizing rhythmic stabilization provided by PT Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of weightbearing with an extended arm?

Activating muscles of the elbow, wrist, and hand Signup and view all the answers

Why is the posterior to hips position considered the most difficult for weightbearing with an extended arm?

It demands increased structural stability of the GH joint Signup and view all the answers

In weightbearing with a forearm forearm and hand supported on a surface, what is important for proper neutral alignment of the arm?

Neutral alignment for proper posture Signup and view all the answers

What does weightbearing with an extended arm encourage in terms of movement?

Increased reliance on trunk stability Signup and view all the answers

Why is weightbearing in the anterior to hips position beneficial?

Encourages thoracic extension and scapular stabilization Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration when performing weightbearing in the extended arm position in patients with hypotonia?

Stabilizing the GH joint to avoid subluxation Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of static sitting in the compensatory approach described in the text?

To maintain stability and remain seated. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important not to have the arms aligned with the buttocks during tripod/A frame prop sitting?

To prevent the individual from falling backward. Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the upper extremity should be assessed for stability/mobility after checking alignment in static sitting?

Shoulder Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest as a better object for functional significance in dynamic sitting as compared to a colored cone?

Water bottle Signup and view all the answers

In weight shifting for patients with hemiparesis, what is the correct sequence of weight shifting as described in the text?

Weight shift away from the more involved side, then forward in the middle, then across the body towards the paretic side. Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a lead-up skill before working on gross movements and fine motor tasks according to the text?

Alignment check for pelvis and feet. Signup and view all the answers