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What is a primary goal for therapy in patients with osteoporosis?
What is a primary goal for therapy in patients with osteoporosis?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for osteomyelitis?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for osteomyelitis?
What is the best description of osteomalacia?
What is the best description of osteomalacia?
What symptom might suggest osteoporotic issues during screening?
What symptom might suggest osteoporotic issues during screening?
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What is an important consideration for therapists managing patients with osteomyelitis?
What is an important consideration for therapists managing patients with osteomyelitis?
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Which of these interventions is part of physical therapy for osteoporosis?
Which of these interventions is part of physical therapy for osteoporosis?
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What common emotional condition is linked with osteoporosis risk?
What common emotional condition is linked with osteoporosis risk?
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Which statement regarding osteoporosis is incorrect?
Which statement regarding osteoporosis is incorrect?
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What is a potential outcome of osteomalacia if untreated?
What is a potential outcome of osteomalacia if untreated?
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What is one of the primary objectives when treating patients with osteomyelitis?
What is one of the primary objectives when treating patients with osteomyelitis?
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Study Notes
Osteoporosis
- Definition: A common metabolic bone disease, affecting ~10 million in the U.S., characterized by reduced bone mass and micro-damage, increasing fracture risk.
- Precursor: Osteopenia (low bone mass)
- PT Interventions: Aim to stabilize or increase bone mass, prevent fractures, improve function, quality of life, and manage symptoms.
- Screening: Look for signs like sharp pain in mid-thoracic region after sneezing, and increased thoracic kyphosis; assess balance and fall risk. Depression is linked to osteoporosis.
- Exercise: Resistance training is more effective than aerobic exercise for site-specific bone strengthening, including hip strengthening exercises. Exercise intensity should be gradually increased. Aquatic exercises minimize weight-bearing but promote full ROM and strength.
- Patient Education and Pain Management: Educate on postural corrections, and use modalities for pain control.
- Precautions/Considerations: Avoid posterior mobilization to midthoracic spine in prone patients due to increased risk of rib fracture.
Osteomyelitis
- Definition: Inflammation of bone caused by infection (like bacteria), with two main forms:
- Acute: New bone infection, which can progress to chronic if untreated.
- Chronic: Subacute or chronic, often caused by delayed treatment of acute, or open injuries to bone and surrounding tissue.
- Implications for Therapists: Therapists should be vigilant for symptoms of infection in at-risk patients (and follow hospital infection-control policies). Prevention of contractures, muscle atrophy, impaired joint mechanics, maximizing function, improving QOL and managing symptoms are key treatment objectives.
Osteomalacia
- Definition: Progressive bone mineralization disorder, where new bone matrix doesn't mineralize properly, leading to softening of bones. Unlike osteoporosis, it doesn't involve loss of existing bone matrix. Osteomalacia is the adult form of rickets.
- Causes: Inadequate calcium, vitamin D, or phosphate levels.
- PT Interventions: Stabilize or increase bone mass, prevent fractures, optimize function, and improve quality of life.
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Description
This quiz examines the common metabolic bone disease known as osteoporosis, highlighting its definition, precursor condition, and essential physical therapy interventions. Participants will learn about assessment methods, exercise recommendations, patient education, and pain management strategies. Understanding these concepts is crucial for improving patient outcomes and enhancing quality of life.
