APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

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ANATOMY

NEURORADIOLOGY

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A 60 year old man was sent to the physiotherapy department of X Hospital with a medical diagnosis of osteoarthrosis genu dextra. The results of the physiotherapist’s examination found swelling, pain on the VAS scale of 80 mm, limited movement, crepitus, unable to go up and down stairs and squat. X-ray photo shows osteophytes in the knee joint. Is exercise therapy intervention appropriate for the above conditions?
A
Isotonic
B
Isokinetic
C
Isometric
D
Endurance
E
Strengthening
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The standard X-ray examinations obtained to evaluate the knees in patients with osteoarthritis are: Anteroposterior (A) view (front-to-back view). At HSS, this view is usually obtained with the patient standing and bearing weight on the joint. Lateral (outer side) view.

Detailed explanation-2: -Nevertheless, exercise therapy is effective in reducing the pain and improving the function of patients with knee OA3). Unlike many other pain conditions in which the underlying injury typically heals or resolves, OA is a disease that does not resolve. Thus, OA is typically accompanied by chronic pain.

Detailed explanation-3: -Key features of osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis results in characteristic X-ray appearances including joint space narrowing, formation of osteophytes (bone spurs), articular surface cortical irregularity and/or sclerosis, and formation of sub-cortical cysts (geodes).

Detailed explanation-4: -Regular exercise and physical activity will enhance your ability to cope with pain and limitations. 2 Daily range of motion exercises and strengthening exercises should be included in your routine. Eat well: Take a daily multivitamin for better health overall.

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