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Massage Therapy Pathology

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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. A condition caused by repeated microscopic injury to the plantar fascia of the foot






2. Literally means 'porous bones'






3. Chronic gastric problems






4. Small fluid-filled synovial sacs that are attached to tendinous sheaths or joint capsusles






5. A loss of bone mass and density brought about by endocrine imbalances and poor metabolism of calcium






6. Hormone controlling osteoblasts and osteoclasts






7. Causes pain at the knee - stiffness after immobility - and discomfort walking DOWNstairs






8. The result of chronic or traumatic irritation at the insertion of the quadriceps tendon in combination with adolescent growth spurts






9. Idiopathic shrinking and thickening of the fascia on the palm of hand






10. The growth of a bony deposit in soft tissues.






11. The bone is cracked but not completely broken






12. Thoracic outlet syndrome tests






13. Hyaluronic acid and glucosamine are inside _______________






14. Complications: nodules on the sclera of eyes - dry eyes and mouth - pleuritis - inflammation of pericardial sac - hepatitis (infl. of liver) - vasculitis - bursitis - anemia - Raynaud syndrome






15. What muscles are associated with shin splints?






16. Degenerative joint disease






17. Carries lyme disease






18. Blends into the subcutaneous layer of the skin






19. Bone clearers






20. How is ehlers-danlos syndrome recognized?






21. A hole or rip through which the abdominal contents may protrude






22. The bone is completely broken and a great deal of soft tissue damage has occurred - the bone protrudes through the skin and is susceptible to infection.






23. The shaft of long bones






24. Genetic defect leading to problems in the construction of fibrillin - a connective tissue fiber. All connective tissues are affected with the most serious occuring in the skeleton - cardiovascular system - and eyes.






25. Carpal tunnel test - holding the wrist in flexion for 1 minute

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26. A collection of genetic disorders that lead to problems with connective tissues. it affects the musculoskeletal - cardiovascular - and integumentary systems.






27. A group of genetic disorders that affect the formation of type I collagen fibers. it results in bones that fracture easily - along with decreased muscle mass - ligament laxity - postural deviations - and several other problems.






28. An umbrella term used to describe a variety of lower leg problems.






29. Fluid filled sac that acts as a protective cushion






30. Synovial cysts found in the popliteal fossa - usually on the medial side.






31. Joint inflammation brought about by wear and tear causing cumulative damage to articular cartilage






32. 'caved feet' or hyperaccentuated/jammed arches






33. Injuries to joints in which the articulating bones are forcefully separated






34. Nucleus protrudes through the annulus but stays within the boudaries of the whole disc.






35. Plantar fasciitis is painful after prolonged ______________






36. Inflammatory arthritis caused by deposits of sodium urate (uric acid) in and around joints - especially feet






37. Hardening of the fingers - result of accumulation of scar tissue in hands






38. An overuse disorder that can lead to damage of the patellar cartilage






39. Rolling ice log with foot is indicated for






40. CAD (cervical acceleration-deceleration)






41. A collection of lower leg injuries including compartment syndromes - muscle tears - periostitis - hairline fractures - and other problems - brought on by overuse and/or misalignment at the ankle






42. An infection of a spirochetal infection called 'borrelia burgdorferi'






43. Carpal tunnel test - tapping on the inside of wrist

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44. Chronic bone disorder in which healthy bone is rapidly reabsorbed and replaced with fibrous connective tissue that never fully calcifies






45. CREST symptoms for scleroderma






46. Occlusion of nerve and blood supply to the arm






47. Muscles that work when adequate supplies of oxygen are easily accessible and burn very cleanly






48. Discomfort walking UPstairs






49. A multitude of problems in and around the jaw






50. Packets of wrapped myofibers are bound in another connective tissue envelope creating bundles called