Injury Prevention and Treatment Quiz
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What characterizes an acute injury?

  • Caused by repetitive strain over time
  • Always leads to inflammation of joints
  • Caused by a specific sudden impact or traumatic event (correct)
  • Typically does not involve any sharp pain

    • Which of the following is considered a chronic injury?

  • Stress fracture (correct)
  • Sprain
  • Fracture
  • Dislocation

    • What type of injury involves a pulled or torn muscle?

  • Strain (correct)
  • Dislocation
  • Fracture
  • Sprain

    • Which treatment is NOT mentioned for improving blood circulation and healing injuries?

    <p>Surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by the inflammation of the Achilles tendon?

    <p>Achilles tendonitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of screening in injury prevention?

    <p>To detect abnormalities or medical conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of flexibility training?

    <p>Strengthening stretches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of bracing in injury prevention?

    <p>To provide stability for the injured area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of training specifically helps restore lost proprioception?

    <p>Proprioceptive training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which recovery method is primarily used to alleviate muscle soreness?

    <p>Warm water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of hyperbaric chambers in injury treatment?

    <p>To expose the body to pure oxygen for healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which therapy uses extremely cold temperatures for injury treatment?

    <p>Cryotherapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of hydrotherapy on the body?

    <p>It improves blood circulation in warm water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of compression garments in recovery?

    <p>They help improve blood circulation and prevent DVT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do foam rollers assist in recovery?

    <p>They mimic the effects of massage by increasing blood flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum amount of sleep most athletes need each night?

    <p>8-9 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of sleep in relation to exercise?

    <p>It gives time for muscle tissue repair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How quickly should glycogen stores be replenished after exercise for optimal recovery?

    <p>Within the first 20 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What consequence does insufficient sleep have on athletes?

    <p>Insufficient time for muscle repair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about sleep and nutrition is false?

    <p>Athletes can skip sleep without consequences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of stretching involves bouncing in and out of the stretch?

    <p>Ballistic stretching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of taping an injured joint?

    <p>To protect and stabilize the joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of stretching involves a partner holding or assisting with the stretch?

    <p>Passive stretching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tape is typically used for support and allows some movement?

    <p>Elastic tape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes static stretching?

    <p>It is a stationary stretch held over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs to the blood vessels of the muscles during an ice bath?

    <p>They vasoconstrict to restrict blood flow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to blood flow to the body's core during an ice bath?

    <p>The body's core receives most of the blood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After leaving an ice bath, what is the reaction of the blood vessels in the muscles?

    <p>They vasodilate to allow blood flow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of an ice bath for muscles?

    <p>To enhance the supply of oxygen-rich blood post-exercise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long do individuals typically stay in an ice bath?

    <p>For a few minutes to allow physiological changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of physical screening for athletes?

    <p>To identify current conditions and risks of complications from exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which screening test is commonly conducted to evaluate heart risk in young athletes?

    <p>CRY heart screening</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of data can screening produce regarding athletes?

    <p>It can identify past or current injuries and allow comparisons with peers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of screening athletes?

    <p>It identifies potential problems that may not actually exist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a part of general screening for athletes?

    <p>Cardiac Risk assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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