BIOMECHANICAL FRAME OF REFERENCE.pptx

Biometric frame of reference

1. BIOMECHANICAL FRAME OF REFERENCE

2. INTRODUCTION: It is considered as a remedial approach focusing on impairments that limit occupational performance . Individuals who have limitations in performing occupations due to limitation in movements , inadequate muscle strength , loss of endurance or other biomechanical conditions are suitable to use this FOR. Goals are to prevent deterioration and maintain existing movements for occupational performance, prevent limitation in ROM and to prevent contractures and edema .

3. INTRODUCTION: This FOR views body as a functioning machine , made up of specific parts which may be damaged by disease or injury. Biomechanical FOR focuses on – a. Structural stability b. Passive ROM c. Low level endurance d. Edema control e. Strength This FOR can be used when the patient have intact CNS .

4. ASSUMPTIONS: THE BIOMECHANICAL FRAME OF REFERENCE HAS 4 ASSUMPTIONS – BY DUTTON 1 st ASSUMPTION: The belief that the purposeful activities can be used to treat loss of range of motion, strength, and endurance. 2 nd ASSUMPTION : Is the belief that after ROM, strength, and endurance regained, the patient automatically regains function.

5. ASSUMPTIONS: 3 rd ASSUMPTION: Is the principle of rest and stress. First, the body must rest to heal itself. Then, the peripheral structure must be stressed to regain range, strength and endurance. 4 th ASSUMPTION: Is the belief that the biomechanical frame of reference is best suited for patients with an intact CNS.

6. MERITIS: The biomechanical frame of reference makes good use of media and equipment to promote physical function. It can be applied to a variety of creative and constructive activities. It uses knowledge of activities analysis to good effect. It utilises the increased knowledge of anatomical, physiological and kinaesthetic process in man. It has led to the development of specific techniques for measuring movement, strength and endurance.