[LO 180] MAY 2019 Sub. Code: 2074
M.D. DEGREE EXAMINATION
BRANCH XIX PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
PAPER IV PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION III
(RECENT ADVANCES IN REHABILITATION AND COMMUNITY
BASED REHABILITATION)
Q.P. Code: 202074
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 Marks
I. Elaborate on: x 15 30)
1. Clinical applications of functional electrical stimulation.
2. Discuss the biomechanical principles in the design and fabrication of orthotic
devices for the upper limb. Describe various wrist hand orthosis. Write a note
on the indications and various upper limb orthotic materials.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 7 70)
1. Suspension systems for lower extremity prosthesis.
2. Robotics in rehabilitation.
3. Assistive technology for communication disorders.
4. Biomechanical principles in the design of quadrilateral socket for above
knee prosthesis.
5. Implantable devices for management of neurogenic bladder.
6. Electronic aids to daily living.
7. Advantages and disadvantages of myoelectric and body powered upper
extremity prosthesis.
8. Assistive technology for patients with visual impairment.
9. Somatosensory evoked potentials.
10. Muscle imaging.