Hand and Wrist Assessment

Which of the following bones form the wrist’s bony structure?

What movement enables actions like turning a doorknob or opening a jar?

Which ligaments connect the bones of the fingers, providing stability during gripping tasks?

Which nerve is responsible for controlling muscles involved in complex hand movements?

Which muscle group enables the thumb’s ability to touch the tips of the fingers?

Which muscle flexes the middle phalanges of the fingers?

Which artery supplies blood to the thumb side of the hand?

Which compartment of the hand contains the hypothenar muscles?

Which muscle abducts the little finger away from the hand?

Which muscle acts antagonistically to the flexor muscles of the wrist?

Which nerves provide sensation to the palm side of the hand?

What are the five metacarpal bones responsible for in the hand?

Which muscle allows the fingers to spread apart?

Which joints connect the metacarpal bones to the proximal phalanges?

Which compartment of the hand contains the interossei muscles?

What are the lumbricals responsible for in the hand?

Which nerve is commonly compressed in carpal tunnel syndrome?

Which artery forms the superficial palmar arch that supplies blood to the palm?

What is the role of the flexor digitorum profundus?

Which compartment contains the adductor pollicis muscle?

What movement involves touching the thumb to the little finger?

Which muscle flexes the wrist and assists with radial abduction?

What structures does the transverse carpal ligament form the roof of?

Which nerve controls the medial two lumbricals?

Where does the flexor digitorum superficialis insert?

What is the function of the hypothenar muscles?

Which muscle extends the thumb?

Which joints allow flexion, extension, adduction and abduction of the fingers?

What is the function of the dorsal interossei?

Which artery forms anastomoses with branches of the ulnar artery to supply the hand?

What frequency does the weighted tuning fork used in VFRT vibrate at?

The weighted tuning fork used in VFRT is made of which material?

What is the primary role of the yoke in the tuning fork used for VFRT?

How does the weighted tuning fork in VFRT primarily affect the body?

What kind of waves are created within the stem of the tuning fork when it vibrates?

What happens to the vibrational energy in the tuning fork used in VFRT?

In VFRT, where is the tuning fork typically applied?

The interstitial fluid flow is mainly regulated by which two systems?

What is the significance of the lymphatic system in the body’s fluid management?

How does VFRT address issues related to the fascial system?

What is the main component of fascia that VFRT focuses on?

What tool is used in VFRT to apply pressure and vibration to the skin?

What is the primary purpose of using a tuning fork in VFRT?

How does VFRT differ from traditional massage techniques?

What type of fluid dynamics does VFRT primarily address?

What frequency does the tuning fork used in VFRT vibrate at?

What role does the fascia play in the body?

In VFRT, what part of the tuning fork is applied to the skin?

What is a key characteristic of fascia observed in VFRT studies?

What is the aim of applying the tuning fork in VFRT?

What is the first ‘P’ in the 5 P’s of Effective Vibration Therapy?

What tool is commonly used in the Preparation step of Vibration Therapy?

What is the primary goal of applying heat in the Preparation step?

In the context of Vibration Therapy, what does Palpation help to identify?

How does the Placement of the tuning fork affect the therapy outcome?

What is the primary purpose of the Prognosis step in Vibration Therapy?

What aspect of the tuning fork is crucial in Placement and Protocol?

What does the Preparation step aim to achieve by using percussion tools?

What is the primary purpose of applying heat to the fascial membranes?

Which principle involves understanding the pathology and physiology of body parts in Vibration Therapy?

What is the primary focus of VFRT?

VFRT practitioners prioritize treatment based on:

In VFRT, the term “hydraulic pressure” is used to describe:

The ‘Press and Push’ technique in VFRT is primarily used to:

VFRT considers the fascial system crucial for:

The application of the tuning fork in VFRT is particularly effective in:

In cases of leg edema, VFRT practitioners use the Press and Push method to:

What is a key consideration when choosing a gem foot for the tuning fork in VFRT?

The ‘Resolution and Accountability’ skill in VFRT emphasizes:

VFRT’s approach to clients with multiple issues involves:

What is the initial step in treating the hand and wrist using vibrational fascia release therapy?

Which technique is used to treat fluid pockets and tight muscles in the hand?

How should the tuning fork be positioned when using the scoop technique?

What is the purpose of the pinching palpation technique?

The ‘sliding technique’ in VFRT is primarily used for:

When treating the palm side of the hand, what indicates problems with fluid-filled muscles?

The scraping technique is primarily used to treat:

What is the focus when using VFRT on the large muscle at the base of the thumb?

How is Dupuytren’s Contracture treated using VFRT?

What is the primary goal when treating Trigger Finger with VFRT?