Muscle Insertion Palpation Techniques

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What angle should the index finger be inserted to palpate the anterior part of the insertion?

30 degrees
60 degrees
45 degrees (correct)
90 degrees

Which hand is used to palpate the posterior and inferior portions of the insertion?

The same hand as the index finger
Both hands simultaneously
The opposite hand (correct)
Any available hand

How can the body of the muscle be effectively palpated?

By pushing downward on the muscle
By applying circular motions with the finger
By not applying any pressure
By moving the index finger upward against the muscle (correct)

What is a characteristic feature of myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome?

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Where is the index finger inserted to locate the anterior part of the insertion?

<p>At the base of the tongue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Palpating the Anterior Insertion

The anterior part of the muscle's insertion can be felt by placing your index finger at a 45-degree angle in the floor of the mouth, near the base of the relaxed tongue.

Palpating the Posterior and Inferior Insertion

The opposite hand can be used outside the mouth to feel the back and lower parts of the muscle's insertion.

Palpating the Muscle Body

The body of the muscle can be felt by moving your index finger upwards against the muscle, towards its origin on the tuberosity.

Muscle Tenderness

A specific symptom of Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome, characterized by tenderness in the affected muscle.

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Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome

A disorder involving pain and dysfunction in muscles and their surrounding fascia.

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Study Notes

Palpating the Muscle Insertion

The anterior part of the insertion can be felt by inserting the index finger at a 45-degree angle in the floor of the mouth near the base of the relaxed tongue.
The opposite hand can palpate the posterior and inferior portions of the insertion from outside the mouth (extra-orally).
The muscle body can be palpated by moving the index finger upward against the muscle towards its origin on the tuberosity.
Muscle tenderness is a symptom of myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome (MPDS).