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A Grade 3 ligament injury may require complete or modified immobilization of the involved joint for 2-3 weeks.

The presence of inflammation is not a factor in the PTA’s clinical decision-making process in implementing the plan of care.

Which of the following is a goal after a THR?   reduce pain and improve hip function increase hip muscle size increase hip ROM to 120 degrees d.  improve patient’s cardiac performance

A Grade 3 ligament injury may require complete or modified immobilization of the involved joint for 2-3 weeks.

An example of chemical irritation to nerves that causes LBP:   Exposure of the nerve to nucleus pulposus material Contusion of the nerve Fracture of the vertebra Microtrauma to the nerve, IV disc, and vertebral body

An example of chemical irritation to nerves that causes LBP:   Exposure of the nerve to nucleus pulposus material Contusion of the nerve Fracture of the vertebra Microtrauma to the nerve, IV disc, and vertebral body

In cervical OA, the spinal cord may be compromised/compressed, depending on the severity of the condion. Signs and symptoms of spinal cord compression include:   a. Bilateral glove and stocking distribution of neurologic symptoms c. Unilateral back and leg pain, numbness or burning b. Unilateral sensory changes d. None of the above

Risk factors for the development of LBP include:   Aging Occupational stresses Anatomical predisposition All of the above

Risk factors for the development of LBP include:   Aging Occupational stresses Anatomical predisposition All of the above

The severity of spondylolisthesis is determined primarily by the:   Degree of slippage Degree of instability Degree of pain Degree of nerve involvement