Hand, Finger, and Thumb X-Ray Positioning Techniques

Finger X-Ray Positioning

PA Projection

Film/IR Size

18 x 24 cm (transverse)

Patient Position

Seat the patient at the end of the table, elbows flexed approximately 90°, with the hand and forearm resting on the table.

Part Position

Hand pronated with fingers straight.

Central Ray (CR)

Perpendicular, directed to the 1st proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint.

SID

1 meter

Collimation

Collimate on all 4 sides to the finger area.

Notes

Alternatively, a larger film encompassing the entire hand in PA projection may be

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Developing Motor Skills and Body Awareness

Body Schema and Dynamic Coordination

Structuring the body schema involves general dynamic segmental coordination. Key aspects include:

  • Use and control of the body at rest and in motion.
  • Implementation of tonic control and respiratory motor control.
  • Adaptation of body position to expressive needs and drivers in an economic and balanced way.
  • Appropriate use of selective discrimination of stimuli and perceptual anticipation.
  • Execution of movements with non-dominant body segments.
  • Static and dynamic balance
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Physiological Changes with Ageing and Exercise Benefits

Q1. Elucidate Physiological Changes Due to Ageing?

Ans. The physiological changes that take place are mentioned below:

  1. Change in Nervous System: During ageing, reaction time and movement time slow down with increasing age. The brain shrinks, the size of its network and its blood flow decreases.
  2. Change in Gastrointestinal System: With increasing age, there is a reduction in the production of Hydrochloric Acid, Digestive Enzymes, and Saliva. These changes may result in delayed emptying of the stomach
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Defining Motor Skills, Movement, Coordination, and Balance

Movement Definition

Movement: A sequence of concrete actions through processes of muscle contractions and joint movements.

Motor Task Explained

Motor Task: An activity with a specific purpose performed under particular conditions for the development of a skill. Tasks generally have three parts:

  • Perception
  • Decision
  • Implementation

There are two main types of tasks:

  • Psychomotor: The motor action is performed alone.
  • Sociomotor: The motor action is carried out in the presence of, or interaction with, others (
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Fundamentals of Physical Education: Concepts and Principles

Fundamentals of Physical Education

The action teaches us and falls into the broad field of sports. There are three physicomechanical fields: recreational, educational and didactic competitive, and rehabilitation. Teaching involves how to teach. The difference between a professor involves two stages: initial information, knowledge of results, and methods (how to carry out an action in a structured manner), and methodology.

Methodology

This is the part that deals with the didactic teaching methods to

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Common Sports Injuries and Rugby Terminology Explained

Common Sports Injuries

Sprain (*esguince*)
Consists of stretching or tearing one or various ligaments.
Dislocation (*dislocación*)
Occurs when two joint surfaces lose contact due to displacement.
Meniscus Injuries (*lesiones de menisco*)
The menisci are fibrocartilaginous structures reducing joint friction. Knee menisci are most commonly injured, usually when performing a rotation during flexion and weight-bearing.
Synovitis (*sinovitis*)
Inflammation of the synovial membrane, often caused by recurrent
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