FINAL

Question 1

most common non motor symptoms with FND

Answer 1

fatigue
somatosensory symptoms
cognitive symptoms

Question 2

What are 4 key patterns of signs and symptoms of FND?

Answer 2

rule IN signs (+ dx)
1. variable
2. distractible
3. entrainable
4. suppressible

Question 3

Which are validated motor signs for a positive diagnosis of FND?

Answer 3

1. distractibility when engaging in motor/cog task
2. variability
3. Hoover sign
4. Monoplegic leg dragging gait

Question 4

common co-morbid Dx with FND

Answer 4

1. autism
2. EDS/HDS
3. chronic pain

Question 5

most common motor symptoms with FND

Answer 5

weakness
impaired balance

Question 6

What are 4 CORE INTERVENTION RECOMMENDATIONS for FND PT

Answer 6

1. education
2. retraining mvmt with diverted attention
3. demonstration that normal mvmt can occur
4. changing maladaptive behavior related to symptoms

Question 7

how can you unlock automatic movements in FND?

Answer 7

1. add external focus + enhanced expectancy
2. add manual or cognitive dual task

Question 8

early studies in whole body vibration show it improves:

Answer 8

1. balance
2. bone mineral density
3. flexibility
4. pain levels
5. strength

Question 9

mirror therapy evidence for UE and LE stroke

Answer 9

improves function (LE: FIM)
but not walking or spasticity