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How can the anterior part of the insertion be palpated?
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?
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?
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?
Which of the following is considered a feature of myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome?
What is the purpose of inserting the index finger at a 45-degree angle in this context?
What is the purpose of inserting the index finger at a 45-degree angle in this context?
Flashcards
Palpating the Anterior Insertion
Palpating the Anterior Insertion
Palpating a muscle involves feeling it with your fingers. In this case, you're feeling the anterior portion of the muscle's insertion.
Palpation Using Two Hands
Palpation Using Two Hands
This technique utilizes two hands: one inside the mouth feeling the anterior part, while the other hand on the outside feels the posterior and lower parts of the insertion.
Palpating the Muscle Body
Palpating the Muscle Body
The point where a muscle attaches to a bone is called its 'insertion'. Palpating the muscle's body involves tracing it upwards from its insertion.
Muscle Tenderness
Muscle Tenderness
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Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome
Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome
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Study Notes
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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