Mobility Exemplars Flashcards

Flashcards on Mobility Exemplars: DDH & Cerebral Palsy

Mobility

Mechanisms that support musculoskeletal function to facilitate movement.

Central Nervous System (CNS)

Brain and spinal cord.

Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)

Nerves branching from the CNS, connecting it to the body and transmitting information.

Musculoskeletal System

Bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, and connective tissues.

Skeleton

Provides framework, supports weight, maintains posture, and facilitates movement.

Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)

Alteration of the musculoskeletal system with varying degrees of severity.

Dysplasia

Abnormal growth or development.

Congenital

Present at birth.

Developmental

Develops after birth.

Subluxation

Partial dislocation; the head of the femur is under the lip of the acetabulum, but not fully seated.

Dislocation

Complete separation of bones at the joint; the head of the femur is entirely out of the acetabulum.

Pavlik Harness

Keeps hips flexed, abducted, and externally rotated; treatment of choice for infants under 6 months with DDH.

Spica Cast

Body cast with hips flexed and knees bent, used after hip reduction surgery.

Cerebral Palsy (CP)

Alteration in the nervous system that affects movement.

Palsy

Weakness or problems using the muscles.

Baclofen

Skeletal muscle relaxant to decrease muscle spasms in CP; side effects include allergy and CNS depression.

Benzodiazepines

Help with spasticity, relax stiff muscles, and reduce seizures in CP; side effects include CNS depression.

Botulinum Toxin (Botox)

Injected into specific muscles in CP for comfort, causing muscle paralysis to allow relaxation; temporary side effects.