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What is the primary purpose of the recovery phase in wheelchair propulsion technique?
What is the primary purpose of the recovery phase in wheelchair propulsion technique?
- To prepare the arm for the next initial contact (correct)
- To decrease forces applied to the shoulder
- To improve hand release angle for increased peak shoulder forces
- To increase speed and decrease the number of strokes
Which factor leads to increased demand on shoulder flexors during wheelchair propulsion?
Which factor leads to increased demand on shoulder flexors during wheelchair propulsion?
- More post initial contact on hand rim (correct)
- Increased push arch
- Higher post force
- Lower hand release angle
What is the impact of higher shoulder forces and joint compression during wheelchair propulsion?
What is the impact of higher shoulder forces and joint compression during wheelchair propulsion?
- Improved shldr joint relief
- Associated with arcing above the push rim
- Increased muscle activity (correct)
- Decreased demand on ADD and IR
Which wheelchair propulsion technique allows for the hand to drop below the level of the top of the wheel during the recovery period?
Which wheelchair propulsion technique allows for the hand to drop below the level of the top of the wheel during the recovery period?
In wheelchair mobility, what type of injuries are particularly associated with rotator cuff injuries?
In wheelchair mobility, what type of injuries are particularly associated with rotator cuff injuries?
What is one of the benefits of using the double loop wheelchair propulsion technique?
What is one of the benefits of using the double loop wheelchair propulsion technique?
What is the recommended elbow flexion angle when resting on the wheel according to the clinical practice guidelines for wheelchair propulsion?
What is the recommended elbow flexion angle when resting on the wheel according to the clinical practice guidelines for wheelchair propulsion?
Which tendon is most commonly compressed due to the highest compression forces during wheelchair propulsion?
Which tendon is most commonly compressed due to the highest compression forces during wheelchair propulsion?
What is the key recommendation to avoid shoulder pain during wheelchair propulsion according to the Paralyzed Veterans of America 2005 guidelines?
What is the key recommendation to avoid shoulder pain during wheelchair propulsion according to the Paralyzed Veterans of America 2005 guidelines?
Which component is emphasized as crucial in a manual wheelchair customized for high-risk patients in the clinical practice guidelines for wheelchair propulsion?
Which component is emphasized as crucial in a manual wheelchair customized for high-risk patients in the clinical practice guidelines for wheelchair propulsion?
What was added to the recommendations by Sawatsky in 2015 regarding wheelchair propulsion?
What was added to the recommendations by Sawatsky in 2015 regarding wheelchair propulsion?
What is a key recommendation for sitting pivot transfers according to Gagnon's clinical practice guidelines?
What is a key recommendation for sitting pivot transfers according to Gagnon's clinical practice guidelines?
Why is standing rehabilitation beneficial according to the text?
Why is standing rehabilitation beneficial according to the text?
What makes transfers to a car particularly demanding?
What makes transfers to a car particularly demanding?
What is a recommended frequency for pressure relief from sitting for therapeutic benefits?
What is a recommended frequency for pressure relief from sitting for therapeutic benefits?
What physiological benefit does locomotor training aim to achieve?
What physiological benefit does locomotor training aim to achieve?
Why should a painful shoulder be used as the leading arm during transfers, according to the text?
Why should a painful shoulder be used as the leading arm during transfers, according to the text?
What are the significant predictors of outcome in terms of Asia motor scores and AIS classifications?
What are the significant predictors of outcome in terms of Asia motor scores and AIS classifications?
What is the impact of the use of methylprednisolone on recovery following a spinal cord injury?
What is the impact of the use of methylprednisolone on recovery following a spinal cord injury?
What is the conversion rate from AIS A to higher levels after a year of injury?
What is the conversion rate from AIS A to higher levels after a year of injury?
Which group of patients shows increased rates of conversion from complete to incomplete motor injuries?
Which group of patients shows increased rates of conversion from complete to incomplete motor injuries?
What is a key indicator for functional ambulation according to van Middendorp (2011)?
What is a key indicator for functional ambulation according to van Middendorp (2011)?
What percentage of complete tetraplegic patients are able to recover greater than 3/5 strength by at least a year post-injury?
What percentage of complete tetraplegic patients are able to recover greater than 3/5 strength by at least a year post-injury?
What is the recommended velocity for wheelchair propulsion to aim for, similar to gait for community function?
What is the recommended velocity for wheelchair propulsion to aim for, similar to gait for community function?
What is the recommended contact angle for wheelchair propulsion based on the text?
What is the recommended contact angle for wheelchair propulsion based on the text?
Which of the following factors is NOT listed as a risk factor for shoulder pain after spinal cord injury (SCI)?
Which of the following factors is NOT listed as a risk factor for shoulder pain after spinal cord injury (SCI)?
What is mentioned as a significant impact of shoulder pain in SCI patients?
What is mentioned as a significant impact of shoulder pain in SCI patients?
What type of propulsion technique is recommended in the context of the text?
What type of propulsion technique is recommended in the context of the text?
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