Chiropractic Techniques & Adjustments Flashcards
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Which spinal region in the horse is considered most challenging to adjust due to the overlying musculature and limited spinous process access?
Answer: Lumbar (L3-L5)
The mid-lumbar region presents the greatest challenge because deep muscles and limited bony landmarks reduce contact precision and force delivery.
In the toggle-recoil technique, what happens immediately after the thrust is delivered?
Answer: The hands recoil away instantly without following through
Toggle-recoil requires immediate withdrawal of hands after the impulse so the vertebra can move freely without interference.
What is the purpose of using a drop-piece table during equine chiropractic adjustments?
Answer: To assist force delivery by releasing a weighted section under the contact point
A drop-piece (Thompson technique) table has sections that drop when the thrust is delivered, reducing the force needed while enhancing segmental specificity.
When performing an atlas adjustment on a horse, the practitioner should be cautious of which anatomical structure?
Answer: The vertebral artery passing through the transverse foramen
The vertebral artery runs through the transverse foramen at C1-C2 and can be compromised by excessive rotation or poorly directed cervical thrusts.
Which of the following best defines 'specificity' in equine chiropractic adjusting?
Answer: Directing the thrust to one precise joint in a defined vector
Specificity means the adjustive thrust is targeted to a single restricted motion segment with a precise vector, avoiding generalized manipulation.
The 'cavitation' sound sometimes heard during a chiropractic adjustment is caused by:
Answer: Rapid release of gas from the synovial joint cavity
Cavitation is the audible pop produced when dissolved gases in synovial fluid rapidly form a gas bubble as joint pressure drops during distraction.
Which positioning principle ensures maximum safety when adjusting the horse's lumbosacral junction?
Answer: Keep the horse weight-bearing on all four limbs with even stance
Even four-limb weight-bearing provides a stable, symmetrical base that prevents unexpected postural shifts and reduces injury risk during LS adjustments.