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Definition
The 206 bones
Term

Olfactory

Optic

Oculomotor

Trochlear

Trigeminal

Abducens

Facial

Vestibulocochlear

Glossopharyngeal

Vagus

Accessory

Hypoglossal

Definition
What are the 12 Cranial Nerves?
Term

1 Overstretched

2 Partial tear
3 Complete tear

Definition
What are the grades of a Sprain?
Term
1, 2, and 3
Definition
What fingers are affected in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Term
1.5 to 2 inches
Definition
How deep should chest compressions be for an adult?
Term
10 to 30 seconds
Definition
How long do you hold a muscle contraction when employing proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching?
Term
100 compressions a minute.
Definition
At what rate should chest compressions be given in CPR?
Term
126
Definition
How many bones are in the appendicular skeleton?
Term
206
Definition
How many bones are in the human body?
Term
20mins on, then 30mins off, and then 20mins on
Definition
What's the procedure for placing ice on a sprained ankle?
Term
212°
Definition
Boiling point of water.
Term

24

14 true ribs that connect directly to the sternum
10 false ribs
--6 of which connect to the sternum by cartilidge
--4 of which don't connect to sternum "Floating Ribs"
---- Floating ribs protect Kidney



Definition
How many ribs are there?
Term

24 CEU every 2 years.

12 hands on/live

1 HIV/Aids Course

1 Law Course

1 Ethics Course

1 Medical Error Course

Definition
Requirement for renewal of license?
Term
30 Compressions to every 2 breaths.
Definition
What is the ratio of compressions to breaths in CPR?
Term
32°
Definition
Freezing point
Term
7 and below
Definition
In CPR how do we define a childs age?
Term
80
Definition
How many bones are in the axial skeleton?
Term
98.6°
Definition
Core Body Temperature.
Term
A contracted antagonist muscle.
Definition
What is the most likely cause of limitations in Passive Range of Motion/ROM?
Term

AIIS

Anterior Interior Illiac Spine

Definition
The origin of Rectus Femoris.
Term

ASIS

Anterior Superior Iliac Spine

Definition
What is the origin of the sartorius?
Term
ATFL
anterior tibiofibular ligament
Definition
What structure in the ankle is often injured in an inversion sprain?
Term
Abdominal, Pelvic, Abdominopelvic, Thoracic, Pericardial, Cranial, Spinal, Ventral, and Dorsal.
Definition
What are the body cavities?
Term
Active Resistive Movement
Definition
A movement where the therapist provides resistance against which the client moves a joint.
Term
Acute
Definition
Pain of rapid onset, short and relatively severe duration, often followed by rapid resolution.
Term

Adenosine Triphosphate

ATP

Definition
It is a multifunctional nucleotide. It transports energy within cells for metabolism.
Term
Adrenal
Definition
Endocrine glands located on the top the kidneys:
Term
Airway, Breathing, Circulation?
Definition
In first aid what is A.B.C.?
Term
Amenorrhea
Definition
The absence of menses, may be caused by dysfunction of the hypothalamus, pituitary, ovaries, or uterus or by certain medications. This condition is normal before puberty, during pregnancy, after menopause, or aftger surgical removal of both ovaries or of the uterus (hysterectomy)
Term
Amino Acids
Definition
What do proteins break down into?
Term
Amino Acids
Definition
2-carbon molecule with a side chain that contains either nitrogen or a carboxyl group.
Term
Amphiarthrodial Joints
Definition
Slightly moveable joints connected by discs of cartilage.
Term
Analgesic
Definition
Relieves pain by prolonged use of cold.
Term
Anaphlylaxis
Definition
An acute systemic and severe Type 1 hypersensitivity allergic reaction.
Term
Anaphylactic Shock
Definition
Most severe type of anaphylaxis, occurs when an allergic response triggers a reaction. Drop in blood pressure difficulty breathing.
Term
Anaplasia
Definition
Cell changes to immature or less complex form.
Term
Anastomosis
Definition
Connection between 2 vessels.
Term
Aneurysm
Definition
A localized, blood filled dilation of a blood vessel caused by disease or weakening of the vessel wall. Usually in arteries.
Term
Anterior Pituitary
Definition
Also called the master gland
Term
Antibody
Definition
A complex protein. A product of activated B lymphocytes and plasma cells. It's synthesized as part of an immune response to the presence of a specific antigen.
Term
Antigen
Definition
This is any substance that when introduced into the body, is capable of inducing an immune response.
Term
Arthrodial Joints
Definition
These joints are gliding joints. They allow limited gliding movement; and they are multiaxial.
Term
Arthrology
Definition
Study of joints
Term
Articulation
Definition
A joint or connection of bones, moveable or not.
Term
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy
Definition
- is the enlargement of the prostate gland, which is common among men after age 50. Condition is not malignant or inflammatory, but can obstruct the urethra and interfere with the flow of urine.
Term
Beta cells in the pancreas.
Definition
Where is insulin made?
Term
Biceps Brachii
Definition
Which arm muscle is a 3-joint muscle?
Term
Biceps Brachii
Definition
Muscle associated with supination of the forearm?
Term
Bilateral ankle swelling, jugular venous swelling
(right ventricle backs up).
Definition
What are the symptoms of Right-sided heart failure?
Term
Bindegeweb Massage
Definition
A type of massage that uses strokes that follow the direction of the dermatomes and affect the connective tissue.
Term
Biorhythm
Definition
A biologically inherent cycle of an event or state.
Term
Both are contractile proteins
Actin--thin
Myosin--thick
Definition
What are Actin and Myosin?
Term
Bottom of the spinal cord.
Definition
Where is the cornus medularis?
Term
Brachial Plexus
Definition
Nerve bundle which passes between the anterior and middle scalene muscles as it moves toward the axilla:
Term
Brain Stem
Definition
The part of the brain that controls the "Vital Function".
Term
Bunion
Definition
What is a Hallux Valgus?
Term
CNS--oligodendrocytes
PNS--Schwann cells
Definition
What cells make the Myelin sheath?
Term
Calcium
Definition
The mineral required to facilitate the attraction of actin and myosin with a muscle fiber.
Term
Cardiac Muscle
Definition
Which striated and involuntary muscle is only found in the heart?
Term
Carotene
Definition
Orange crystalline converted to Vitamin A in the liver.
Term
Carotid
Definition
Which artery should you be aware of when working in the cervical area?
Term
Catabolism
Definition

Metabolic breakdown of complex molecules into simpler ones.

 

Often resulting in a release of energy.

Term
Cecum
Definition
The first part of the large intestine.
Term
Cell
Definition
The smallest living entity.
Term
Centriole
Definition
2 bundles of microtubules that are essential for cell reproduction/division.
Term
Cerebellum
Definition
Part of the brain responsible for muscular coordination and balance?
Term
Cerebral Palsy
Definition
Nonprogressive disorder of movement and posture caused by abnormal development of, or damage to, motor control centers of the brain.
Term
Chemical Reactions
Definition
Processes in which chemical bonds are broken, formed, or rearranged.
Term
Chlamydia
Definition
An STD that is frequently the cause of sterility.
- Symptoms for women include: thick vaginal discharge with localized burning and itching
- Common symptoms for men include: experience a penile discharge with painful urination, and localized burning and itching
- Leading cause of pelvic inflammatory disease in women
- CONTRAINDICATION
Term
Chondrocyte
Definition
Specialized fibroblast cell that secretes cartilage.
Term
Chondromalacia Patella
Definition
A maltracking syndrome due to weakness of Vastus Medialis. The softening of articular cartilage of the patella.

-treat by strengthening Radius Femoris or Vastus Lateralis
Term
Chronic
Definition
What stage of injury is indicated for a contrast hydrotherapy treatment?
Term
Cirrhosis
Definition
Condition that has excessive scarring of the liver.
Term
Club foot
Definition
What is Tallipes Equinovarus?
Term
Colloid
Definition
A glue or gel-like substance that has the ability to liquify when heat is created or added; and solidify when reduced.
Term
Concentric Contraction
Definition
Muscle contraction where the muscle shortens, internal contracting force is greater then the load.
Term
Condyle
Definition
A rounded area usually on the end of a bone and often forming part of a joint.
Term
Coracobrachialis, pectoralis minor, and the short head of the biceps.
Definition
The three muscles that attach to the coracoid process are:
Term
Coracoid Process
Definition
The origin of the short head of the biceps brachii is:
Term
Coronal Plane
Definition
This plane divides the body into anterior and posterior parts.
Term
Coronary Arteries
Definition
This vessel arises from the aorta an delivers oxygenated blood to the myocardium:
Term

Cranial Nerve IX

Glossopharyngeal

Definition

Nerve

Controls sensation, taste on a portion of the tongue and the internal surface of the tympanic membrane.

Term
Creatine phosphate
Definition
This is stored in muscles to make ATP.
Term
Cyanosis
Definition
Physical sign causing bluish discoloration of the skin.
Term
Cyst
Definition
A saclike structure filled with fluid or semisolid material.
Most are benign but can be painful.
Term
Cytokine
Definition
A product of a cell that destroys antigen by inducing an immune response.
Term
Cytolysis
Definition
Destruction of a cell
Term
Decreased Heart Rate
Definition
Stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system causes.
Term
Decreases blood flow, vasoconstriction.
Definition
Why use cold for acute inflammation?
Term
Deep Tissue Massage
Definition
- Contemporary Western Massage
- Used to release chronic tension in muscles, using slow strokes, direct pressure, or friction
-Often cross-fiber, using fingers, thumbs or elbows
Term
Diaphysis
Definition
The long cylindrical section of a long bone.
Term

Diarthrodial Joints

AKA

Synovial Joints

Definition
These joints are the most numerous in the body and allow for the greatest range of motion. There are 6 groups of them. Also called "freely movable joints"
Term
Diastole
Definition
Phase of the cardiac cycle during which a heart chamber wall is relaxed?
Term
Diffusion
Definition
Spontaneous movement of molecules.
Term
Direct: 5 minutes at a time
Barrier: 15-20 minutes
Definition
How long is ice applied in cryotherapy?
Term
Distal radial fracture of the wrist
Definition
What is Colle's fracture?
Term
Dorsal Root
Definition
Which nerve root brings sensory information to the brain?
Term
Dr. Emil Vodder
Definition
Who developed Manual Lymph Drainage?
Term
Dr. Randolph Stone
Definition
Who developed Polarity Therapy in the mid 1900's?
Term
Drainage Ditch
Definition
The lower burner of triple burner
Term
Duodenum
Definition
Which section of the small intestine will receive digestive enzymes from the pancreas as well as bile from the gall bladder?
Term
Dura Mater
Definition
The most superficial layer of meninges composed primarily of tough, white fibrous connective tissue?
Term
Dysmenorrhea
Definition
- Painful menstruation, is extremely common and occurs at least occasionally in almost all menstruating women.
Term
Edema
Definition
An excessive accumulation of fluid within the institial space.
Term
Edema
Definition
An excessive accumulation of fluid within the interstitial space is known as?
Term
Elbow
Definition
Brachialis is the strongest flexor of the
Term
Electron Cloud
Definition
Negatively charged outer region of the atom.
Term
Embolism
Definition
When thrombi breaks free and travels throughout the blood stream.
Term
Embolus
Definition
A substance such as a blood clot of bubble of gas that is carried by the blood and obstructs a blood vessel is known as a(n):
Term
Endochonral bone formation
Definition
What is it called when a bone forms from cartilage?
Term
Endocrine Glands (hormones)
Definition
Which kind of glands are ductless?
Term
Endocytosis
Definition
The ingestion of matter into a cell and budding it off into the cytoplasm.
Term
Endometriosis
Definition
- is a gynecological condition characterized by painful cramping before and during menstruation.
Term
Endomysium
Definition
This tissue is loose collagenous connective tissue that forms an envelope around each muscle fiber.
Term
Endosteum
Definition

This tissue is vascular connective tissue lining of the medullary canal(hollow cavity) of long bones. It has a thin sheet of collagen fibers and large numbers of osteoprogenitor cells which deposit calcium.

 

 

Term
Enzyme
Definition
A protein molecule that facilitates a reaction without becoming involved in the reaction.
Term
Epimysium
Definition
This tissue is dense irregular collagenous connective tissue sheath that forms an envelope around skeletal muscles.
Term
Epithelial
Definition
A vascular tissue with very little intercellular matrix specializing in absorption, secretion and protection?
Term
Etiology
Definition
The study of causes of diseases
Term
Extension
Definition
To increase the angle of a joint.
Term
Extension of the torso
Definition
What action will Quadratus Lumborum facilitate?
Term
Falx cerebri, Falx Cerebelli, Tentorium and Dural Tube.
Definition
The 4 structures that make up the Reciprocal Tension Membrane system are?
Term
Femoral Artery
Definition
Which artery could potentially be damaged with a deep massage stroke at the superior-medial aspect of Rectus Femoris?
Term
Fever and no sweating
Definition
Heat stroke symptoms?
Term
Fibrous, cartilaginous, and synovial.
Definition
What are the 3 types of joint connective tissue?
Term
Flaccidity
Definition
A Lower Motor Neuron Lesion results in what?
Term
Flagella
Definition
Tail like appendage is used to move a cell through its enviornment.
Term
Flat foot
Definition
What is pes planus?
Term
Flexion and Extension
Definition
The motion that can occur between the occiput and atlas is:
Term
Friction
Definition
What swedish massage stroke is most effective at alleviating scar tissue?
Term
Friction
Definition
Pressing one superficial layer of tissue against a deeper layer of tissue to improve blood flow is called which stroke?
Term
Frozen Shoulder
Definition
Chronic inflammation and fibrosis of the rotator cuff musculature could result in?
Term
Ginglymus Joints
Definition
These joints are freely moving hinge joints. That allows movement in one plane and are uniaxial.
Term
Glial Cell
Definition
Deposits myelin sheath on unmyelinated nerves.
Term
Glomerulus
Definition
Small cluster of vessels or nerve endings.
Term
Glucose
Definition
A diabetic patient who has unknowingly given himself too much insulin would likely be trying to balance their system by eating foods which contain:
Term
Gluteus Medius
Definition
Pseudosciatica is referred to as pain mimicking sciatica, and the nerve impingment associated with this condition is found at which muscle?
Term
Glutius Maximus
Definition
What gluteal muscle attaches to the ilitibial tract.
Term
Golgi Complex
Definition
Flattened-sacs that package and distribute proteins.
Term
Golgi Tendon Organ
Definition
A proprioceptor, which when stimulated by tension, causes a lengthening of its associated muscle.
Term
Gonorrhea
Definition
An STD that has acute inflammation of the urogenital tract mucosa and occasionally the pharynx, eyes, and rectum.
- Symptoms for men: urethritis (inflammation of the urethra), penile discharge and pain during urination
- Women are commonly asymptomatic
- CONTRAINDICATION
Term

Gracilis

Sartorius
Semitendinosus

Definition
Which muscles insert at the pes anserine?
Term
Graves disease
Definition
What disease has hypersecretion of Thyroid hormone.
Term
Great Saphenous
Definition
The longest vein in the body originating on the medial aspect of the foot and extending upward along the medial side of the leg toward the inguinal ligament:
Term
Greater Tubercle
Definition
Which landmark of the humerus will you view to be in alignment with the greater trochanter of the femur when doing a lateral posteral assessment?
Term
Hair follicles and sebaceous glands.
Definition
What are the accessory organs of the skin?
Term
Hammer
Definition
A tiny bone that passes vibrations from the eardrum to the anvil.
Term
Hepatic Portal Vein
Definition
Which vein brings blood from the digestive organs to the brain?
Term
High Arch
Definition
What is pes cavus?
Term
Homeostasis
Definition
A state of body equilibrium or stable internal enviornment of the body.
Term
Horizontal Plane
Definition
This plane divides the body at any level into superior and inferior portions.
Term
Hyaline
Definition
Name of tissue found covering the articular surface of bones:
Term
Hydrostatic Pressure
Definition
Water pressure that pushes fluid out of the vessel and into the interstitial space.
Term
Iliopsoas
Definition
Which hypertonic muscle might result in rotation of the ilium causing a functional short leg?
Term
Ilium
Definition
The last part of the small intestine before the large intestine begins.
Term
In the wrists and behind the ears.
Definition
Where in the body can styoid processes be found?
Term
In-force
Definition

This is in the middle of the 3rd class lever.

 

Term
Increase circulation, help remove dead skin cells, eliminate waste by sweat.
Definition
Why combine dry heat treatment and exfoliation?
Term
Infection
Definition
The state or condition in which the body or part of it are invaded by a pathogenic agent that multiplies and causes cellular injury is known as?
Term
Inferior Vena Cava
Definition
A large vein(a blood vessel carrying blood to the heart) that carries oxygen-poor blood to the right atrium from the lower half of the body.
Term
Inorganic Molecules
Definition
Molecules that generally do not contain carbon atoms.
Term
Insertion
Definition
Which point of muscle attachment is considered most movable?
Term
Intramembranous bone formation
Definition
What is it called when a bone forms from a membrane?
Term
Islets of Langerhans
Definition
Clusters of endocrine cells in the pancreas that make insulin and glucagon.
Term
Isometric
Definition
During what kind of excercise does the tone of the muscle increase while its length remains the same?
Term
Japanese
Definition
Who developed Shiatsu?
Term
Klinefelter's Syndrome
Definition
XXY Male: men who have female characteristics such as: hairless chest, little to no facial hair
- Usually sterile, with underdeveloped reproductive organs
Term
Large Intestine
Definition
Supports the body's ability to remove waste and absorb water.
Term
Larynx
Definition
The voice box region, which is marked by the landmark called the adams apple.
Term
Lateral Rotation of the humerus
Definition
Action of the Teres Minor:
Term
Lawrence Jones
Definition

Who developed Positional Release

AKA

Strain-Counterstrain?

Term
Lengthen tissue above and below joint until inflammation decreases.
Definition
When working with an inflamed joint, what is best?
Term
Leukocytes
Definition
Which type of cell plays a role in the body's defense against bacteria?
Term
Lie supine, raise legs 8 to 12 inches
Definition
What's the shock position?
Term
Liver
Definition
The function of this organ ends digestion of proteins.
Term
Lumbosacral Plexus
Definition
Origin of Femoral Nerve:
Term

MENC

Muscle

Epithelial

Nervous
Connective

Definition
What are the four types of tissue in the body?
Term
Malaise
Definition
When a client has been injured or depressed for a long time, they can experience feelings of depression called?
Term
Malleoli
Definition
Medial and lateral bony projections located at the distal end of the tibia and fibula:
Term
Manual Lymph Drainage
Definition

A technique which uses light compression and stroking.

- Contemporary Western Massage
- Improves the flow of lymph with rhythmic strokes.
- One of the lightest touch

Term

Marma therapy which is 107 special points.

And ayurveda which means science of life or science of healing.

Definition
India uses which types of massage?
Term
Marrow
Definition
What is the source of red blood cell production?
Term
Mastitis
Definition
What is inflammation of the mammary gland? Which is usually caused by streptoccal or staphyloccal infection. Acute version of it is common in the 1st 2 months of lactation.
Symptoms are redness, pain, swelling, and fever.
Term
Mastoid Process
Definition
The insertion of the sternocleidomastoid is the:
Term
Medial Epicondyle
Definition
Where do the flexors of the wrist originate?
Term
Medial epicondyle of humurus
Definition
Inflammation associated with golfer's elbow can be felt at which boney landmark?
Term
Medial to Lateral
Definition
Which direction are strokes moving to perform cross-fiber friction on the Iliocostalis muscle?
Term
Median Nerve
Definition
What nerve is damaged in the case of "ape hand" (atrophied thumb muscles)?
Term
Median Nerve
Definition
What nerve is impinged in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Term

Medullary Cavity

Aka

Marrow Cavity

Definition

This hollow cavity is the interior of the diaphysis. This is filled with yellow bone marrow, which consists of adipose tissue. It is a major storehouse of triglycerides, or fat, in the body and can be broken down for metabolic use. 

The inner lining of the hollow cavity is covered with endosteum, which is a thin layer of connective tissue.

Term
Metastasis
Definition
A proliferation of cells that spreads to various regions of the body.
Term
Monosaccharides
Definition
What do carbs break down into?
Term
Motor
Definition
Transmits nerve impulses from the brain to muscle
Term
Muscle Energy Technique
Definition

 

It involves the voluntary contraction of muscle in a precisely controlled direction, at varying levels of intensity, against a distinctly executed counterforce applied by the operator. Its used to lengthen a shortened, contracted muscle or to strengthen a weakened muscle.

Term
Muscle weakness or nerve damage.
Definition
What is the most likely cause of limitations in Active ROM/ Range of Motion?
Term
Myelin
Definition
Compressed cell membranes of schwann cells in the PNS and oligodendrocytes in the CNS, arranged around axons. Composed of cholesterol, components of fatty acids, phospholipids, glycoproteins, and water.
Term
Myelin Sheath
Definition
The fatty substance that surrounds and protects some nerve fibers.
Term

Myofacial Release

(MFR)

Definition
Applies light pressure without movement, but with specific direction. The tissue warms, causing the matrix of the fascia to return to its more fluid state, releasing the restrictions.
Term
Myosin
Definition

The principle protein of muscle; associated with contraction and relaxation of muscle cells.

Thick Filament

Term
Myotactic reflex
Definition
These muscles stretch reflex
Term
Nephron
Definition
The functional unit of the kidney for urine production
Term
Neuromuscular Massage
Definition
- Contemporary Western Massage
- Form of deep pressure massage that applies concentrated finger pressure specifically to individual muscles.
- Used to increase blood flow and to release trigger points.
Term
No
Definition
Can true sciatica be caused by the piriformis muscle?
Term
No
Definition
Does vastus lateralis cause anterior knee pain?
Term
Node of Ranvier
Definition
One of the many gaps in the myelin sheath. This is where the action potential occurs during saltatory conduction along the axon.
Term
Non-specific Defenses
Definition
Defends against foreign or abnormal material of any type, even on initial exposure.
Term
Nucleotides
Definition
The basic structural units of the DNA molecule.
Term
Nutrients, oxygen, carbon dioxide, electrolytes, hormones, water, and waste products.
Definition
What does the cardiovascular system carry throughout the body?
Term
Obterator externus
Definition
Which of the following muscles acts with the piriformis to externally rotate the femur?
Term
Occipital Lobe
Definition
In which portion of the brain is vision processed?
Term
Organ Systems
Definition
2 or more organs with a common purpose.
Term
Organisms
Definition
Combined organ systems.
Term
Osgood-Schlatter disease
Definition
This disease is when there is a rupture in the growth plate at the tibial tuberosity
Term
Osteoarthritis
Definition
A chronic degenerative joint disease characterized by deterioration of articular cartilage, overgrowth of bone, and impaired function is known as?
Term
Osteoblasts
Definition
Specialized fibroblast cells that secrete collagen.
Term
Osteomalacia Disease
Definition
This disease is also called Rickets
and it comes from vitamin D and or calium deficiency.
Term
Parkinson's Disease
Definition
A degenerative disorder of the central nervous system characterized by tremors and impaired muscular coordination.
Term
Pectoralis Major
Definition
What muscle should be stretched for kyphosis?
Term
Per Henrik Ling
Definition
Who is responsible for Swedish Massage?
Term
Peristalsis
Definition
A rhythmic muscle movement that forces food in the esophagus to go to the stomach.
Term
Permission from attending Physician
Definition
When is cancer not considered a contraindication?
Term
Petrissage
Definition
Kneading is another term for which of the five Swedish massage strokes?
Term
Phasic Muscles
Definition
These muscles are fatiguable
anaerobic
white
fast twitch
Term
Piriformis
Definition
Hypertonicity of this muscle can put undue pressure on the sciatic nerve bundle resulting in pain of numbness radiating down the posterior thigh and leg:
Term
Popliteal
Definition
Artery located behind the knee supplying blood to the knee joint and certain muscles in the thigh and calf
Term

Positional Release

AKA

Strain-Counterstrain

Definition

Moves the joint and affected muscle in a comfortable position, and straining the antagonist.

 

Term
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
Definition

This uses stretching to improve mobility of joints. Contract-relax techniques are used.

 

 

 

Term
Prostatitis
Definition
- Inflammation of the prostate, is usually the result of an infection and may be acute of chronic.
- Symptoms include: frequent and urgent urination, and burning during urination.
Term
Protein
Definition
A chain of amino acids of varying length.
Term
Pulmonary Circulation
Definition
The circulation of blood from the right ventricle through the pulmonary artery to the lung is called:
Term
Pulmonary edema
(left ventricle fluid accumulation)
Definition
What are the symptoms of Left-sided heart failure?
Term
Pupil
Definition
The opening in the center of the iris. It changes size as the amount of light changes (the more light, the smaller the hole).
Term
Quadriceps
Definition
Which muscle group will mostly prevent the knee from flexing fully?
Term
Quality, Rate, Symmetry and Amplitude
Definition
The characteristics used to describe the state of the cranial rhythm are?
Term
Radial Nerve
Definition
What nerve is damaged in the case of a dropped wrist?
Term
Rectus Femoris
Definition
Which muscle flexes the hip and extends the knee?
Term
Rectus Femoris
Definition
The quadriceps muscle that attaches to the anterior inferior iliac spine.
Term
Rectus Femoris
Definition
This muscle might need to be considered in assessment of the condition condromalacia patella.
Term
Retina
Definition
Sensory tissue that lines the back of the eye. It contains millions of photoreceptors that convert light rays into electrical impulses that relayed to the brain via the optic nerve.
Term
Ribosomes
Definition
The sites of protein synthesis within the cytoplasm of the cell.
Term
Robert Ward and John Barnes
Definition
What Dr. and PT developed Myofacial Release?
Term
Sacroiliac Joint
Definition
This joint is the only bone to bone attachment between the lower appendicular skeleton and the axial skeleton.
Term
Saddle Joint
Definition
This joint permits biaxial movements and exists only between the carpal and metacarpal bones of the thumb.
Term
Sagittal Plane
Definition

This is any vertical plane that is parallel to the median plane, so it can divide the body into left and right unequal sides.

 
Term
Saltatory Conduction
Definition
When the nerve impulse seems to jump from node to node along the axon.
Term
Sarcomere
Definition
What is the functional unit of a striated muscle?
Term
Scapulohumeral joint
Definition
The rotator cuff is found at which joint in the body?
Term
Schwann's Cells
Definition

Cell of the PNS

Cells that produce myelin - that are located with the myelin sheath.

Term
Sebum
Definition
The oily lining on skin secreted by sebaceous gland.
Term

Sensory

Physiological

Definition
What are the 2 major components of pain?
Term
Septum
Definition
The muscular wall that separates the left and right sides of the heart.
Term
Serratus Anterior
Definition
Muscles resposible for stabilizing the scapula against the chest wall:
Term

Shiatsu

and Ashiatsu

Definition
What is Finger Pressure and Foot Pressure?
Term
Shock absorption
Definition
What does the meniscus do?
Term
Short tissue
Definition
A tissue that has an inability of muscle fibers to fully extend due to adhesions, gluing and dysfunction.
Term
Sigmoid Colon
Definition
The part of the large intestine between the descending colon and the rectum.
Term

Skeletal Muscle is Striated and Voluntary

Cardiac Muscle is Striated and Involuntary

Smoothe Muscle is Smoothe and Involuntary

Definition
What are the 3 types of muscle, their function and shape?
Term
Skin
Definition
Vitamin "D" is synthesized in the:
Term
Spasticity
Definition
An Upper Motor Neuron Lesion results in what?
Term
Spinal Cord
Definition
Simple reflexes are governed by which portion of the nervous system?
Term
Spindle Cell
Definition
Structure which initiates stretch reflex in muscle (causing contraction)
Term
Sprain
Definition
A joint injury in which some of the fibers of the supporting ligament or joint capsule are damaged is know as a?
Term
Stay with your client, listen and continue with the client's consent.
Definition
What action should a therapist take if a client is having an emotional release during a session?
Term
Stirrup
Definition
U-shaped bone that passes vibrations to the cochlea.
Term
Stomach and the Small Intestine
Definition
The pyloric valve is located between:
Term
Strain--involves muscles and/or tendons
Sprain--involves ligaments
Definition
What is the difference between a strain and a sprain?
Term

Stratum corneum, lucidum, granulosum, spinosum, basale

State Cops like giving speeders breaks

Definition
What are the layers of the epidermis, superficial to deep?
Term
Strentgthen: hamstrings, Rectus Abdominis
Stretch: Psoas, Rectus Femoris, Erector Spinae
Definition
What muscles (and how) should be worked for lordosis?
Term
Structural/Functional/Movement Integration
Definition
- Organize and integrate the body in relationship to gravity through manipulating soft tissues, and correcting inappropriate patterns of movement
Methods for more balanced use of the body and nervous system for greater integration and freedom of movement
Term
Subarachnoid space
Definition
Where does cerebrospinal fluid circulate?
Term
Superior Angle
Definition
Levator Scapulae muscle attaches onto which scapular landmark?
Term
Symphysis Joints
Definition
These joints are separated by a fibrocartilage pad that allows for very slight movement. Permanent.
Term
Synapse
Definition
This means passing electrical messages from neuron to muscles.
Term
Synaptic Vesicle
Definition
This carries the neuro messages to the muscles.
Term
Synarthrodial Joints
Definition
These joints are the least numerous in the body and are referred to as "immovable"
Examples:
1)Sutures of the skull.
2)Sockets of the teeth.
Term
Syndesmosis Joints
Definition
These joints are held together by a strong ligamentous structure, like an interosseous membrane.
Term
Syphilis
Definition
An STD that is subacute to chronic. It can travel through human placenta.
- Characterized by distinct stages of effects over a period of years. Any organ system may become involved.
- CONTRAINDICATION
Term
Taoism
Definition
Acupressure is based upon what theory?
Term
Tentorium Cerebelli
Definition
This extension of dura mater supports the weight of the brain and suspends it above the brainstem. It attaches to the sphenoid.
Term
Thai which means lazy mans yoga.
Definition
Thailand uses which type of massage?
Term
The Abdominal and Pelvic cavities combined.
Definition
What does the Abdominopelvic Cavity contain?
Term
The Lymph nodes and other lymphatic structures.
Definition
What does Hodgkins Disease primarily affect?
Term
The Masseter, the Internal pterygoid, and the External pterygoid.
Definition
What muscles are involved in TMJ syndrome?
Term
The cranial and spinal cavities combined.
Definition
What does the Dorsal Cavity contain?
Term
The facial nerve.
Definition
What nerve is damaged in Bells Palsy?
Term
The heart and lungs.
Definition
What organs does the Thoracic Cavity contain?
Term
The human foot consists of 26 bones: 14 phalanges, five metatarsals and seven tarsal bones.
Definition
The foot consists of how many bones?
Term
The pectoralis minor, coracobrachialis, and the short head of biceps.
Definition
What muscles originate at the coracoid process?
Term
The pelvis, arms, and legs.
Definition
What does the appendicular portion of the skeleton include?
Term
The skull, hyoid bone, spinal column, and rib cage.
Definition
What does the axial portion of the skeleton include?
Term
The spinal cord.
Definition
What does the Spinal Cavity contain?
Term
The stomach, small intestine, colon, liver and spleen.
Definition
What does the Abdominal Cavity contain?
Term
The thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities combined.
Definition
What does the Ventral Cavity contain.
Term

The thumb is the 1st digit and the pinky is the 5th digit

Just as the big toe is the 1st and the pinky toe is the 5th.

Definition
The fingers and toes in order of numbers are?
Term
There are 27 bones in your hand: 8 carpals, 5 metacarpals, and 14 phalanges (each of your fingers has 3 phalanges in them - proximal, middle, and distal. However, there are only two phalanges in your thumb, proximal and distal.)
Definition
How many bones do our hands consist of?
Term

Thermotherapy (steam, sauna, paraffin)

Stretching

Exercise

Cryotherapy

Definition
What can cause a thixotrophic response?
Term
Thoracic Duct
Definition
Lymph collected from the majority of the body is routed to the left subclavian vein and ultimately the vena cava by this structure:
Term
Thoraco-lumbar area
Definition
Where do sympathetic nerve fibers leave the spinal cord?
Term
Thyroid
Definition
Which gland facilitates the process by which bones absorb calcium from the blood stream?
Term
Tibial Tuberosity
Definition
Where do all quads insert?
Term
Tilt head, lift chin.
Definition
How do we open a nonresponsive victims airway?
Term
To stimulate contraction/relaxation of capillaries to pump swelling from a joint.
Definition
What is the purpose of contrast bathing?
Term
Tonic
Definition
Muscle contraction allowing for good posture
Term
Tonic Muscles
Definition
These muscles are fatigue resistant
aerobic
red
slow twitch
Term
Toward the heart and or direction of lymph flow.
Definition
Which direction is dry skin brushing?
Term
Trachea
Definition
The single common airway that goes to the bronchial tree. AKA wind pipe.
Term
Transitional Epithelial
Definition
What is the tissue type of the bladder?
Term
Travell and Simmons
Definition
Who are the most recently respected researchers on trigger point?
Term
Trigeminal neuralgia
Definition

This disorder of the trigeminal nerve causes severe facial pain. Aka Tic Doloreux.
Term
Trigger Point
Definition
A firm palpable, highly irritated spot in a taut band of muscle fibers or fascia. Charcterized by exquisite tenderness, referred pain and loss of range of motion.
Term
Tropomyosin
Definition
This blocks myosin binding sites
a regulatory protein.
Term
Troponin
Definition
What binds to actin, tropomyosin, calcium
a regulatory protein?
Term
Tui-na, amma, acupressure, and acupuncture.
Definition
China uses which types of massage?
Term
Turner's Syndrome
Definition
XO Female: person has 45 chromosomes instead of 46
- typically sterile
- have male characteristics
Term
Ulnar Nerve
Definition
The nerve that is damaged in the case of a claw hand.
Term
Upper Right
Definition
Quadrant of the abdomen in which the liver is located?
Term
Upward Rotation
Definition
What action of the scapula bone will accompany shoulder abduction?
Term
Ureter
Definition
This transports urine from kidneys to the bladder.
Term
Urethra
Definition
Drainage tube
Term
Vagus Nerve X
Definition

Nerve

Associated with pharynx and larynx, and aids in swallowing, digestion, and bowel function.

Term
Ventral Root
Definition
Which nerve root sends motor information from the brain?
Term
Visceral
Definition
Serous membrane covering the surface of the organs found in the body cavities?
Term
When it doesn't change the position of the pelvis.
Definition
When is it not contraindicated to work on a pregnant client?
Term
Yes
Definition
Should you encourage your clients to stretch after a massage session?
Term
Yes
Definition
Are varicose veins contraindicated?
Term
Yes
Definition
Can structural bodywork put a strain on the immune system?
Term
Yes
Definition
A doctor is giving a patient an anasthetic injection for a trigger point problem. Is this a trigger point treatment?
Term
aorta
esophagus
vena cava
Definition
What three structures pass through the diaphragm?
Term
ball and socket
hinge (ginglymus)
saddle
pivot (trochoid)
ellipsoidal (condyloid, planar)
gliding
Definition
What are the 6 types of diarthrotic joints?
Term
carcinoma--epithelial
sarcoma--all others
Definition
What are two types of malignant tumor?
Term
no
Definition
Your client has an acute strain, is it ok to stretch it?
Term
polyuria--frequent urination
polydipsia--excessive thirst
polyphagia--excessive hunger
Definition
What are the "3 polys" of diabetes?
Term

redness
swelling
heat
pain
limited Range of Motion

 

 

Definition
What are the 5 signs of inflammation?
Term
subclavian artery,
subclavian vein
brachial plexus
Definition
What structures can be compressed in Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
Term
T.J. Ruddy and Fred Mitchell
Definition
Which osteopathic physicians developed Muscle Energy Technique in the early 20th century.
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