407 Questions: Mock Orthotics Written Exam (all solved)

The paraspinal bars of a TLSO: sagittal control should extend superiorly to the: a. inferior angle of the scapula b. superior angle of the scapula c. 25 mm inferior to the inferior angle d. spine of the scapula correct answers d. spine of the scapula The TLSO: anterior control should be fitted with the patient in: a. standing position b. prone position c. supine position d. seated position correct answers c. supine position What orthosis would be used to manage a patient with a T3 compression fracture? a. LSO corset b. TLSO sagittal control c. TLSO anterior control d. TLSO anterior control with cervical extension correct answers d. TLSO anterior control with cervical extension In scoliosis management, lateral flexion radiographs are used to: a. determine if the curve is structural b. determine vertebral rotation c. promote 'bend and stretch' exercises d. determine the amount of wedging of intervertebral discs correct answers a. determine if the curve is structural The axial skeleton is attached to the appendicular skeleton at the: a. sternothoracic and sacroiliac joints b. acromioclavicular and lumbosacral joints c. sternoclavicular and sacroiliac joints d. scapulothoracic and sacroiliac joints correct answers d. scapulothoracic and sacroiliac joints The pad most commonly used in conjunction with a CTLSO is a: a. lumbar pad b. thoracic pad c. sternal pad d. cervical pad correct answers b. thoracic pad Abdominal muscles: a. help increase intracavitary pressure b. reduce loading on vertebral discs c. decrease excessive lordosis d. all of the above correct answers d. all of the above