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A patient is currently exercising after surgical rotator cuff repair.  You notice the patient has rounded shoulders and strong hypomobile pectoral muscles.  In an attempt to correct this muscle imbalance, what exercise would not be beneficial in correcting this muscle imbalance?

You are treating a patient whose history indicates she has an extra cervical rib.  She complains of tingling and numbness throughout the upper extremity when carrying heavy objects at her side.  Which structure is most likely being affected?

A limitation of function that results from the formation of scar tissue is called a(n):

CLO 1: Some degree of immobilization is generally required to promote ligament healing. However, which of the following methods would also be appropriate for ligament healing without promoting the negative effects of immobilization?

Which special test is used to determine if the patient has thoracic inlet syndrome?

When cast-braces are used (protected limited range), occasionally the physician and physical therapist will prescribe what type of muscular activity during the early recovery phase of rehabilitation?

The patient has carpal tunnel syndrome.  Which of the following would have the most influence on prevention of reoccurrence?

Which of the following should be included in the Assessment portion of a quality SOAP note for Therapeutic Exercise? (select all that apply)

A patient has recently been involved in a MVA causing a cervical whiplash injury to the patient.  Initial evaluation results reveal severe pain and muscle guarding which limit the evaluation procedures.  What is the most appropriate initial approach to treatment?

Your patient presents with tingling and numbness to the lateral aspect of the forearm and the thumb. You suspect nerve involvement. A DTR of which of the following muscles is most appropriate to assess in an effort to correlate findings?