S2_L5: Cervical Spine & TMJ Flashcards
This is a chronic regional pain syndrome that affects the muscle and is characterized by the presence of
myofascial trigger points
Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS)
Which cervical spine is most commonly affected in cervical RA?
C1 and C2
What is the intervention scenario for TMJ Dysfunction?
to restore
Branches to TMJ are from?
A. Maxillary division of trigeminal nerve
B. Mandibular division of trigeminal
C. Both
D. None
B. Mandibular division of trigeminal
Source: Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Quiz Questions (ProPorfs Quizzes)
TRUE OR FALSE: Arthritis may affect the disc or the bony part of the TMJ.
True
Source: Trivia Quiz on Temporomandibular Joint (ProPorfs Quizzes)
Subject: TMJ
The upper posterior lamina is collagenous and prevents the disc from being pulled too far _____
backward
Source: Trivia Quiz on Temporomandibular Joint (ProPorfs Quizzes)
Subject: TMJ
TRUE OR FALSE: The articular disc is tightly attached to the medial and lateral poles of the condyle.
True
Source: Trivia Quiz on Temporomandibular Joint (ProPorfs Quizzes)
Which of the following is true about lateral excursions of the jaw?
A. They are controlled by the lower head of the lateral pterygoid
B. The jaw moves toward the side on which the lateral pterygoid contracts
C. If the jaw moves to the right, the condyle on the other side moves posteriorly
D. None of the above
A. They are controlled by the lower head of the lateral pterygoid
Source: Trivia Quiz on Temporomandibular Joint (ProPorfs Quizzes)
Subject: TMJ
TRUE OR FALSE: The anterior band of the discs is its thickest region.
False.
The posterior is the thickest.
Source: Trivia Quiz on Temporomandibular Joint (ProPorfs Quizzes)
TRUE OR FALSE: In the chewing motion, the mandible moves downward, then shifts toward the non-chewing side.
False
Source: Trivia Quiz on Temporomandibular Joint (ProPorfs Quizzes)
Subject: TMJ
TRUE OR FALSE: Irregular movements of the disc may make popping sounds.
True
Source: Trivia Quiz on Temporomandibular Joint (ProPorfs Quizzes)
Subject: TMJ
TRUE OR FALSE: There are synovial cavities above and below the articular disc.
True
Source: Trivia Quiz on Temporomandibular Joint (ProPorfs Quizzes)
Subject: TMJ
TRUE OR FALSE: The central portion of the disc has numerous pain fibers.
False.
There are no fibers.
Source: Trivia Quiz on Temporomandibular Joint (ProPorfs Quizzes)
Pain in the TMJ coming from other areas is known as ___________ pain.
Referred
Dislocation of the TMJ is referred to as ____
Subluxation
When the disc of the TMJ is deranged it is usually ___
Displaced anteriorly
_____ is defined as βconsistent association of one motion about an axis with another motion around a different axisβ
Coupled motion
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 419
The craniovertebral region is composed of the (1)____, (2)____, and (3)____ of the axis.
- occiput
- atlas
- superior facets
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 419
The occipito-atlanto (OA) joint is considered a ____ joint.
ball and socket
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 419
These are bony projections that provide lateral stability to the spine and reinforce the vertebral disc posterolaterally.
Joints of Luschka
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 419
The annulus fibrosus is the outer portion of the disc is made up of dense layers of ____ fibers.
type I collagen
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 420
The annulus fibrosus is supported by the (1)____ and (2)____ ligaments.
- anterior longitudinal
- posterior longitudinal
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 421
TRUE OR FALSE: The nucleus pulposus generally does not move in a healthy disc.
True
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 421
The curve present in the cervical spine is known as a ____ or ____ curve
anterior or compensatory
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 421
(1)____ is a term used to denote a posterior curve, while (2)____ is a term also used to denote an anterior curve.
- Kyphosis
- Lordosis
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 421
TRUE OR FALSE: Gravity places stress on the structures responsible for maintaining the body upright and therefore provides a continual challenge to stability and efficient movement.
True
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 421
The center of gravity of the head falls anterior to the
_____.
atlanto-occipital joints
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 422
The _____ muscles keep the head balanced.
posterior cervical
Source: Kisner & Colby 7th ed., page 422