Manual Therapy Techniques Quiz
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What is the clinical approach defined as manual therapy primarily used for?

  • Modulating pain and increasing range of motion (correct)
  • Improving contractile and non-contractile tissue repair
  • Diagnosing and treating soft tissues and joint structures
  • Reducing soft tissue inflammation and inducing relaxation

    • According to the consensus study of US chiropractors, how is manual therapy defined?

  • Procedures by which the hands directly contact the body to treat the articulations and/or soft tissues (correct)
  • A clinical approach utilizing specific hands-on techniques
  • Procedures by which the hands indirectly contact the body to diagnose and treat soft tissues and joint structures
  • Manipulation/mobilization used by physical therapists to diagnose and treat soft tissues and joint structures

    • In which regions is manual therapy usually practiced by members of specific health care professions?

  • North America, Asia, and Eastern Europe
  • Asia, South America, and Africa
  • Western Europe, South America, and Asia
  • Western Europe, North America, and Australasia (correct)

    • What is the chiropractic adjustment generally known as in the profession?

    <p>Manual therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main techniques utilized in manual therapy according to the Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Description of Advanced Specialty Practice?

    <p>Manipulation/mobilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is joint mobilization defined by IFOMPT?

    <p>A manual therapy technique comprising a continuum of skilled passive movements applied at varying speeds and amplitudes to joints, muscles or nerves with the intent to restore optimal motion and reduce pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Geoffrey Douglas Maitland classify joint mobilization?

    <p>Into five 'grades' of motion, each describing the range of motion of the target joint during the procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of joint mobilization?

    <p>Arthrokinematic joint motion (joint gliding)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the APTA Guide to Physical Therapist Practice define mobilization/manipulation?

    <p>A manual therapy technique comprised of a continuum of skilled passive movements applied at varying speeds and amplitudes, including a small amplitude/high velocity therapeutic movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aim of joint mobilization?

    <p>Achieving a therapeutic effect at a 'target' synovial joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

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