Orthopedic Technologist Exam Study Guide

Compartment Syndrome CORRECT ANSWER Involves the compression of nerves and blood vessels due to swelling within the enclosed space created by the fascia that separates groups of muscles Meniscus Tear CORRECT ANSWER MOI: twisting or squatting. Pain is localized along the joint line. May produce clicking sensation. Joint Infection CORRECT ANSWER Medical emergency. Warm to touch, presence of fluid in joint. Painful with motion. Septic arthritis Rotator cuff tear CORRECT ANSWER Most commonly injured: supraspinatus. Mallet finger CORRECT ANSWER Injury of the extensor mechanism of the DIP joint. Finger will droop. Shoulder Adhesive Capsulitis CORRECT ANSWER Frozen shoulder. ROM is limited. Soft tissues are tight and restrictive. Occurs following an injury that limits motion for a long period of time. Treatment is aggressive PT. Boutonniere deformity CORRECT ANSWER flexion of PIP joint and hyperextension of DIP joint