Tonya works in an outpatient setting as a PTA. He is intervi…

Tonya works in an outpatient setting as a PTA. He is interviewing Mrs. Webster prior to testing the strength of her elbow, forearm and wrist musculature. Mrs. Webster reports a history of low back issues and the inability to tolerate supine positioning. What is Tonya’s best course of action?

Your PT has identified several areas of weakness on a patien…

Your PT has identified several areas of weakness on a patient diagnosed with bicipital tendonitis. You are asked to have the patient perform upper extremity resistance exercises using a piece of elastic tubing. What muscle is emphasized when laterally rotating the extremity against resistance?