BONUS: (TOTAL VALUE= 6 POINTS) Martha Stewart, age 65, susta…

BONUS: (TOTAL VALUE= 6 POINTS) Martha Stewart, age 65, sustained a right hip fracture that was stabilized with a Knowles pinning (ORIF). She has been referred to physical therapy for balance and gait training with a non–weight bearing (NWB) status on the right lower extremity. Her past medical history includes a right hemispheric CVA with significant residual deficits: 2+/5 strength in the left upper extremity 3/5 strength in the left lower extremity Impaired sensation on the left Uses a left AFO Follows 1–2 step commands Impulsive behavior Poor judgment Denial of deficits The supervising PT has delegated treatment implementation to the PTA. **Choose 6 barriers that would hinder Martha Stewart’s progression and given a one sentence why.

Andrew Martin has suffered several falls within the past few…

Andrew Martin has suffered several falls within the past few months. He has been referred to physical therapy for treatment of his vestibular system. Following the initial few visits with the physical therapist, his treatment was delegated to the PTA with instructions to challenge the vestibular system. Based on the brain’s system of processing weighting which of the following would be the most challenging?

The PT identifies that Mr. Daniels’ balance deficit is relat…

The PT identifies that Mr. Daniels’ balance deficit is related to both musculoskeletal and neuromuscular impairments. He presents with excessive thoracic kyphosis, weak scapular stabilizers, and delayed postural activation during upright activities. The PTA decides to address these impairments using biomechanical principles. Which of the following interventions BEST targets both the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular components of his impairment?

Gwin Johnson, age 45 was diagnosed with bilateral peripheral…

Gwin Johnson, age 45 was diagnosed with bilateral peripheral neuropathies 6 months ago.  She was diagnosed with diabetes type II 10 years ago and has had an increased number of falls over the past month.  The PT had the patient stand in a split stance (lunge position) holding a weighted ball then she instructed the patient to reach out side to side with the weighted ball. Using a theraband around the patient’s waist the PT (positioned behind the patient) was able to facilitate what type of balance reaction by moving the theraband?