This provides stability and mobility neccessary for physical activity
Musculoskeletal System
Provides for:
Framework for body
protect the vital organs
structure to soft tissue
allow movement
hematopoiesis and storage for
reabsorbing and reforming itself
Function of the Musculoskeletal system
This test determines whether or not the biceps tendon is stable in the bicipital groove
Yergason Test
Test decects whether there are any tears in the rotator cuff
Drop Arm Test
Test for chronic dislocation
Apprehension test
Test the long head of the biceps for stability
Yergasons test
Age 55 and older
Weight 69Kg and under
Current estrogen use
Part of the risk factors assesment for Osteoporosis
Fractures are more common than sprains in what age group
Pre-Adolesense children
Steps
1 Observe
2 Inspect
3 Palpate
4 Range of Motion
5 Strength
6 Special Test
Order of Exam for musculoskeletal
During the shoulder exam you would have the patient do all range of motion movements, if you notice scapular winging is this a normal finding