OMM Philosophy and Principles of Techniques

Question 1

Biomechanical Model

Answer 1

Posture and body movement

Evaluates and treats primarily MSK dysfunctions

Focuses on Tensegrity and relationship of structure/function

Question 2

Tensegrity

Answer 2

Tensional Integrity within the MSK system

Question 3

How is Tension Transmitted

Answer 3

through soft tissues

Question 4

How is Compression transmitted

Answer 4

through bones and ligaments

Question 5

Elasticity

Answer 5

Deform and return to original shape under force

Question 6

Viscoelasticity

Answer 6

Time-dependent behavior of how biological tissue can absorb or disspitate forces

Question 7

Strength

Answer 7

Maintain integrity and resist external forces

Question 8

Stiffness

Answer 8

Resisting deformation under force

Question 9

Damping

Answer 9

Dissipate energy and reduce vibrations

Question 10

Neurologic Model

Answer 10

Sensory and Protective

Focuses on Neural Reflex activity (facilitation)

Question 11

Parasympathetic Nervous system

Answer 11

Rest and digest

Question 12

Where does the PNS originate

Answer 12

Cranial Nerves (Vagus)
Sacral Plexus

Question 13

Sympathetic Nervous System

Answer 13

Fight or Flight

Question 14

Where does the SNS originate

Answer 14

Thoracic
Upper lumbar

Question 15

Sympathetic Preganglionic Neurons

Answer 15

Cholinergic (short) from the spinal cord to synapse at the ganglion

ACh acts on nicotinic Receptor

Question 16

Sympathetic Postganglionic Neurons

Answer 16

Adrenergic (long) act on target organs with catechoalmines

Question 17

Sympathetics to the head and neck

Answer 17

T1-T4 (Superior Cervical)

Question 18

Sympathetics to the Heart

Answer 18

T1-T5

Question 19

Sympathetics to the lungs

Answer 19

T2-T7

Question 20

Sympathetics to the Esophagus

Answer 20

T2-T8

Question 21

Sympathetics to the Upper GI (Foregut)

Answer 21

T5-T9 (Celicac)

Question 22

Sympathetics to the Middle GI (Midgut)

Answer 22

T10-T11 (Superior Mesenteric)

Question 23

Sympathetics to the lower GI (Hindgut)

Answer 23

T12-L2 (Inferior Mesenteric)

Question 24

Sympathetics to the appendix

Answer 24

T12

Question 25

Sympathetics to the Kidneys

Answer 25

T10-T11

Question 26

Sympathetics to the bladder

Answer 26

T11-L2

Question 27

Sympathetics to the Gonads

Answer 27

T10-T11

Question 28

Sympathetics to the Uterus and Cervix

Answer 28

T10-L2

Question 29

Sympathetics to the prostate

Answer 29

T12-L2

Question 30

Sympathetics to the Arms

Answer 30

T2-T8

Question 31

Sympathetics to the Legs

Answer 31

T11-L2

Question 32

Parasympathetic Preganglionic Neurons Long

Answer 32

Cholinergic on Nicotinic Receptors Brainstem Sacral Spinal Cord (S2-S4)

Question 33

Parasympathetic Postganglionic Neurons Short

Answer 33

Cholinergic on Muscarinic Receptors close to the target organ

Question 34

Parasympathetics to the Pupil

Answer 34

CN III: Oculomotor (Ciliary)

Question 35

Parasympathetics to Salivary gland, Sublingual gland and Submandibular gland

Answer 35

CN VII: Facial (pterygopalatine)

Question 36

Parasympathetics to Lacrimal Gland and Nasal Cavity

Answer 36

CN VII: Facial (Submandibular)

Question 37

Parasympathetics to Parotid Gland

Answer 37

CN IX: Glossopharyngeal (Otic)

Question 38

Parasympathetics to Esophagus, Heart, Lungs, Liver, GI, Ovary, Uterus/Cervix

Answer 38

CN X: Vagus (ganglia in target organs)

Question 39

Parasympathetics to Uterus/Cervix/Vagina Penis/Prostate/Testicles Lower Ureter/Bladder Descending Colon

Answer 39

Pelvic Splanchnic Nerves S2-S4

Question 40

Respiratory-Circulatory Model

Answer 40

Diaphragms as pumps focus on efficient exchange of gas, nutrients, waste products Optimize blood flow, drainage and oxygenation

Question 41

Thoracic and Abdominal Cavity Positive Pressure

Answer 41

Pushes

Question 42

Thoracic and Abdominal Cavity Negative Pressure

Answer 42

Sucks

Question 43

Thoracic Diaphragm attachments

Answer 43

Sternum: xiphoid process Costal: internal surfaces Ribs 7-12 Lumbar: vertebral bodies L1-L3

Question 44

Ligamentous Attachments of Diaphragm

Answer 44

Median Arcuate: Crura at level of 12th rib Medial Arcuate: Posterior diaphragm across psoas Lateral Arcuate: Posterior diaphragm across quadratus lumborum

Question 45

Metabolic-Energy Model

Answer 45

Digestion, Absorption, Elimination, Metabolism Address imbalances in metabolism, hormones, energy production

Question 46

Behavioral-Biopsychosocial Model

Answer 46

Interconnectedness of Mind, Body and Spirit