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Muscle Palpation Techniques

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How can the anterior part of the insertion be palpated?

By inserting the index finger at a 45-degree angle in the floor of the mouth near the base of the tongue (correct)

By pressing down on the tongue from above

By using a mirror to visualize the insertion point

By placing the index finger horizontally on the tongue

What technique can be used to palpate the posterior and inferior portions of the insertion?

Using a digital pressure technique intramurally

Inserting a scope for direct visualization

Utilizing percussion over the muscle belly

Applying pressure with the opposite hand extra-orally (correct)

How can the body of the muscle be palpated effectively?

By moving the index finger upward against the muscle towards its origin (correct)

By rotating the finger in a circular motion around the muscle

By moving the index finger backward towards the throat

By applying pressure downward through the oral cavity

Which of the following is considered a feature of myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome?

<p>Muscle tenderness</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of inserting the index finger at a 45-degree angle in this context?

<p>To effectively palpate the anterior part of the insertion</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Palpating the Muscle Insertion

Palpate the anterior portion by inserting index finger at a 45-degree angle near the base of the relaxed tongue.
Use the opposite hand to palpate the posterior and inferior parts of the insertion (extra-orally).
Palpate the muscle body by moving the index finger upward against the muscle towards its origin on the tuberosity.
Muscle tenderness can indicate myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome.

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This quiz focuses on the techniques for palpating muscle insertions, specifically in the oral region. Learn the proper methods to palpate different areas of muscle while also recognizing signs of myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome.