role of imaging in supporting rehabilitation Flashcards
1
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define rehabilitation
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- return to homeostasis
- journey from injury to recovery
2
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what 4 things can imaging be used for in rehabilitation
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- assist diagnosis
- confirm healing/treatment
- confirm diagnosis
- guide intervention
3
Q
why should you image in rehabilitation
A
- assist in treatment selection
- monitor disease progression
- investigate complications
4
Q
what does SINS stand for
A
severity
irritability
nature
state
5
Q
interventional imaging e.g US can be used to guide injections for spinal, peripheral and ACJ injury
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6
Q
what does ESWT stand for and what is it
A
extracorporeal shockwave therapy
- a technology that uses shock waves to treat chronic painful conditions of the musculoskeletal system.
- for tendons
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