Joint Motion and Immobilization
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What is the effect of joint motion on the articular cartilage?

  • It increases the growth of the articular cartilage
  • It has no effect on the articular cartilage
  • It causes atrophy of the articular cartilage (correct)
  • It repairs the damaged articular cartilage

    • What type of receptors are found in the superficial joint capsule and are responsible for sensing static position and speed of movement?

  • Type II receptors
  • Type I receptors (correct)
  • Type III receptors
  • Type IV receptors

    • What is the result of gentle mobilizations and stretching techniques in joint mobilization?

  • Increase in joint contractures
  • Increase in muscle tone
  • Reducing pain and muscle guarding (correct)
  • Weakening of ligaments

    • What is the effect of small-amplitude oscillatory and distraction movements?

    <p>Reducing pain, muscle guarding, and spasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of receptors are found in the fibrous capsule, ligaments, articular fat pads, periosteum, and walls of blood vessels?

    <p>Type IV receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of joint mobilization techniques?

    <p>To prevent the painful and degenerating effects of stasis when a joint is swollen or painful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of joint immobilization on the articular cartilage?

    <p>It causes atrophy of the articular cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of using joint mobilization techniques indiscriminately?

    <p>Joint trauma or hypermobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of progressive joint-play stretching?

    <p>To elongate hypomobile capsular and ligamentous connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a limitation of joint mobilization and manipulation techniques?

    <p>Joint techniques cannot change the disease process of disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of screening patients before applying joint mobilization techniques?

    <p>To prevent joint trauma or hypermobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sustaining or oscillating stretch forces in joint mobilization techniques?

    <p>To distend the shortened tissue mechanically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for not mobilizing a joint with stretching techniques in the presence of joint effusion?

    <p>Because the capsule is already on a stretch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of stretching a joint with inflammation?

    <p>Increased pain and muscle guarding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions may allow for mobilization with stretching techniques, but with extreme care?

    <p>Malignancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should joints with bone disease detectable on radiographs be approached with caution during mobilization?

    <p>Because the bone disease may be exacerbated by mobilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of gentle oscillating or distraction motions in the presence of inflammation?

    <p>To reduce pain and muscle guarding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done before mobilizing a joint with excessive pain?

    <p>Determine the cause of pain and modify treatment accordingly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should forceful techniques be avoided in passive joint techniques?

    <p>In both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of treatment in a patient with acute pain?

    <p>Relieving pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a sign of capsular restriction?

    <p>Passive ROM for that joint is limited in a capsular pattern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is examination and evaluation important in passive joint techniques?

    <p>To decide which tissues are limiting function and the source of pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to tissue in the acute stage?

    <p>It begins to heal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should gentle procedures be used in patients taking certain medications?

    <p>Because the medications weaken connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of a joint with a hard end-feel?

    <p>The motion is stopped by bone contacting bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of an empty end-feel?

    <p>The motion is stopped in response to the patient's request due to pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common response to joint mobilization techniques in adhered or contracted ligaments?

    <p>Pain relief and increased joint play</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause limited motion in a joint?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of a soft end-feel?

    <p>The motion is stopped by soft tissues being compressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of technique may respond to subluxation or dislocation of one bony part on another?

    <p>Thrust techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

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