Deck 30: Pta: Orthotics

Question 1

A metatarsal pad is positioned in a shoe so that it transfers weight from which structure to which structure?

A)Metatarsal shafts to metatarsal heads
B)Metatarsal bases to metatarsal shafts
C)Metatarsal heads to metatarsal shafts
D)Metatarsal shafts to metatarsal bases

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Which of the following braces for scoliosis would you instruct your client to wear only at night?

A)Providence brace
B)Milwaukee brace
C)Boston brace
D)Wilmington brace

Answer 2

A

Question 3

A patient with a leg discrepancy will benefit from a lift if the leg difference is at least:

A)1/2 inch
B)1/8 inch
C)1/4 inch
D)1 inch

Answer 3

A

Question 4

You are observing your patient ambulating with shoes with 1 1/2-inch heels.You expect to observe which of the following during stance phase?

A)Increased knee flexion
B)Increased hip flexion
C)Knee extension with lumbar lordosis
D)Any of the above

Question 5

You observe your patient wearing a knee-ankle-foot orthosis and note that he circumducts his hip during swing phase.Possible problems with the orthosis could be any of the following EXCEPT:

A)Inadequate dorsiflexor assist
B)Inadequate plantarflexion stop
C)Excessive knee lock
D)Inadequate dorsiflexor stop