Strengthening Exercises

Question 1

Emphasize B UE exercise to help avoid asymmetric rotational forces on the spine:

Answer 1

• Manually resisted motions in straight planes

- PRE with cuff weights or dumbbells

Question 2

MM to emphasize: Quadriplegia:

Answer 2

If available, strengthen- sometimes not much can do

• Anterior deltoid
• Shoulder extensors
• Biceps: include post. propping for flexibility
• Triceps
• Rotators

Question 3

MM to emphasize: Paraplegia

Answer 3

-All UE MM with emphasis on:
shoulder depressors
triceps
Latissimus Dorsi

Question 4

Work with the _____ that are ______

Answer 4

Muscles

Available

Question 5

Functional activities:

Answer 5

• Self-fedding ( shoulder and elbow flexors)

- W/C propulsion ONCE STABLE: Deltoid, biceps, triceps, shoulder rotators

Question 6

Orientation to vertical Position:

Answer 6

• Posterior tilt with spinal stabilization
• Elevate head when possible
• Reclining w/c with elevating leg rests
• Tilt table
• Remember: abdominal binders, TED hose, elastic stockings, monitor and document vitals