A PTA is working with a patient with TMD who is making slow progress. They speak with the supervising PT about possible referrals to other providers as an adjunct to physical therapy.  Explain how each of the following healthcare providers could assist the patient’s treatment of TMD: 1. Dentist 2. Dietician 3. Psychologist

A PTA performs a capital flexion MMT on a patient. Which muscle is being tested?

The insertion of the anterior scalene is the

Which structure does NOT run through the thoracic outlet?

BONUS: While performing a chart review, you notice your patient had an ACDF.  What does this stand for? 

An Upper Limb Tension Test is performed and found to be positive on this same patient. Which nerve was most likely tested?

A PTA is palpating a patient’s sternocleidomastoid.  Where would they palpate the muscle’s insertion?

Which of the following is NOT a suboccipital muscle?

While performing a manual nerve glide, it is important to depress the patient’s shoulder.

Cues to help a patient to activate the deep capital flexor muscles is which of the following?