Theory of STS & SIT Flashcards

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Front Back
What are the two transfers called?
-standing up (STS) -sitting down (SIT)
What does the transfer of STS consist of?
Sit --> stand
What does the transfer of SIT consist of?
Stand --> sit
What example can you give of a transfer from one surface to another?
Standing pivot transfer
Where is the pt taught to bear weight when doing the transfer?
On the unaffected LE and UE
Is there training for standing up and sitting down or strengthening the LE's? (yes or no)
NO
What is an essential ability for independent life?
STS (standing up)
What is a prerequisite for other actions such as walking and stairs?
Standing
How many times does a person normally stands up an hour?
4 times
Where does it require the greatest ROM for STS?
At the knee
STS is mechanically one of the most demanding daily activities? (T or F)
True
Where are the higher moments of force when standing up?
At the hip and knee
What does the body requires when standing up? (3)
-LE strength -balance -motor control of total body segmental linkage
What is a common inability that stroke patients have early on?
Inability to stand up, limits their independence
This inability to stand up causes the person to what? (4)
-to further loss of strength -loss of fitness -tightness in soleus -decreases confidence