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Muscle Man

Possible findings/ Musculoskeletal System Assessment

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Name 6 normal findings in a musculoskeletal system. normal spinal curvature;no muscle atrophy or asymmetry; no joint swelling, crepitation, deformity;no tenderness on plaption of spine; full ROM without pain for laxity, muscle strength of 5
What is achilles tendonitis? pain the posterior leg when running or walking
What is the cause of achilles tendonitis? cumulative stress on achilles tendon resulting in inflammation
what is ankylosis? stiffness and fixation of a joint
What causes ankylosis? chronic joint inflammation (rheumatoid arthritis)
What is antalgic gait? shortened gait with as little weight bearing as possible on affected side
What causes antalgic gait? pain or discomfort in the lower extremity on weight bearing; can be related to trauma or other disorders
What is an ataxic gait? staggering, uncoordinated gait often with sway
What causes an ataxic gait? neurogenic disorders (spinal cord lesion)
What is atrophy? flabby appearance of muscle leading to decreased function and tone
What causes atrophy? muscle denervation, contracture, prolonged disuse as result of immobilization
What is Boutonniere deformity? Finger abnormality, flexion of proximal interphalangeal joint and hyperextension of the distal interphalangeal joint of the fingers
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