Athletic Injury Assessment Review

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What is the primary drawback of prolonged immobilization according to the POLICE method?

It increases the risk of chronic inflammation

It promotes optimal loading

It is detrimental to healing (correct)

It reduces the intensity of radiant energy

What is the purpose of compression in the POLICE method?

To increase the penetration of energy through the tissues

To promote optimal loading and early recovery (correct)

To reduce the absorption of energy by the medium

To elevate the affected area

What is the result of energy being absorbed by the superficial layers of tissue?

Increased intensity of radiant energy

Decreased absorption of energy by the medium

Less energy available for underlying tissues (correct)

Increased penetration of energy through the tissues

What is the optimal angle for rays to strike tissue to achieve maximal effect?

90o Signup and view all the answers

What determines the amount of energy received by the tissue?

The distance between the source and tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle that states that energy must be absorbed by tissues at a level to get a physiological response?

Arndt-Schultz Principle Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial factor to consider prior to return to play?

Swelling Signup and view all the answers

What is essential to evaluate when dealing with an injury?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of a comprehensive rehabilitation plan?

Evaluating for return to full activity Signup and view all the answers

What is the physician's role in determining return to play?

To have the final say in return to play Signup and view all the answers

What are key concepts to consider in rehabilitation?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to have a comprehensive rehabilitation plan?

To prevent further injury Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of cryotherapy?

To reduce edema and inflammation Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of compression protocols?

To reduce edema and promote blood flow Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of thermal modalities?

To reduce pain and muscle spasm Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using electrical stimulation in pain control?

It reduces pain and muscle spasm Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of mechanical modalities?

To promote soft tissue mobility and reduce scar tissue formation Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of ultrasound in rehabilitation?

To reduce inflammation and promote tissue extensibility Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of electrical currents in rehabilitation?

To promote muscle contraction and reduce edema Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of Russian stimulation in rehabilitation?

To promote muscle reeducation and strength Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of heat therapy in rehabilitation?

To increase blood flow and reduce muscle tone Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of high-volt therapy in rehabilitation?