A patient presents with chronic swelling in one leg, a feeling of heaviness, and skin thickening. Which stage of lymphedema is most consistent with these symptoms?
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“Perpendicular distance from the axis of rotation to the lin…
“Perpendicular distance from the axis of rotation to the line of application of force”. This statement describes which biomechanical principle?
Which of the following statements is correct regarding repet…
Which of the following statements is correct regarding repetitive stress and splints?
Kinesiology taping provides medication through transdermal a…
Kinesiology taping provides medication through transdermal application.
What does the term “conformability” refer to in splinting ma…
What does the term “conformability” refer to in splinting materials?
A splint may require an additional piece of matier bonded to…
A splint may require an additional piece of matier bonded to increase strength. Which consideration would not require reinforcement?
True or False: Mechanical modalities are typically used in a…
True or False: Mechanical modalities are typically used in as an isolated treatment.
A clinician recommends a complete decongestive therapy (CDT)…
A clinician recommends a complete decongestive therapy (CDT) protocol for a patient with lymphedema. Which of the following is NOT a component of CDT?
To determine the appropriate fit for a splint, forearm based…
To determine the appropriate fit for a splint, forearm based splints should what length
What is the main difference between static and dynamic splin…
What is the main difference between static and dynamic splints?