29 Questions
What is the primary purpose of a biomechanical assessment in podiatry?
To assess the range of motion in joints and identify any abnormalities
What is the plane of motion in the foot that involves dorsiflexion and plantarflexion?
Sagittal plane
What is the purpose of range of motion (ROM) assessment in podiatry?
To determine the entire amount of movement available in a joint
What is the term for the movement of the foot in which the sole of the foot moves towards the midline of the body?
Inversion
What type of assessment is used to observe the movement and function of the foot during activities such as walking and running?
Gait analysis
What is the purpose of providing tailored exercises in podiatry?
To strengthen and stretch muscles in the foot
What is the primary focus of podiatrists in terms of biomechanics?
Gait and lower-limb function
What is biomechanics, according to Joseph Hamill?
A discipline that applies the principles of mechanics to the study of biological systems
What is the purpose of range of motion assessment in podiatry?
To develop a management plan
What is the term for a joint with lower ROM than the population norm?
Hypomobile joint
What is the relevance of range of motion assessment in biomechanics?
To identify causes of pain and dysfunction
What is the consequence of restricted ROM in the foot?
Stress-related injury
What is the relationship between biomechanics and the life sciences?
Biomechanics combines with the life sciences
What is the function of ligaments in joints?
To prevent excessive joint movement and aid stability
What is the primary goal of manual muscle testing in biomechanics?
To test the strength of relevant tissues
What is the definition of biomechanics according to Nick Stergiou?
The study of forces that act on a body and the effects they produce
What is the term for a joint with higher ROM than the population norm?
Hypermobile joint
Why is it beneficial to have two feet when assessing ligament injuries?
To compare with the same joint on the uninjured leg
What is one potential consequence of muscle weakness?
Joint or foot pain
What is the purpose of manual muscle testing in podiatry?
To assess muscle strength and support management plans
According to the Kendall grading system, what is the description of a score of 4?
Can overcome resistance
When performing manual muscle testing, how many times should the test be performed per muscle?
Three times
What is the direction of the resistance applied by the clinician during manual muscle testing?
In the opposite direction of the muscle contraction
When testing muscles that cross two joints, where should the clinician start the test?
Midway through the ROM
Which muscle is responsible for inverting the foot and dorsiflexing the ankle?
Tibialis Anterior
What is the action of the Gastrocnemius muscle?
Plantarflexes ankle and flexes knee
Which of the following bones is NOT mentioned in the lecture?
Talocrural
What is the primary objective of the lecture REHA1003 – Introduction to Podiatry?
To demonstrate an understanding of fundamental anatomical terminology
What is the action of the Soleus muscle?
Plantarflexes ankle
Test your knowledge of fundamental lower-limb biomechanics and anatomy, including major tissue types, anatomical structures, and planes of motion. This quiz covers the basics of podiatry, ideal for students of REHA1003.
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