Muscle Spasms and Strains Quiz

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What is the primary cause of overuse of dorsiflexors?

Underlying genetic conditions (correct)

Footwear

Trauma

Weak ligaments

Which area of the hand is affected by median nerve compression?

Palmar surface of first three digits, and the palm (correct)

Pinky and ring finger on the palmar surface

Back of the hand

Primarily the tips of all fingers

Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?

Inflamed, puffy hands

Numbness and Tingling, Nausea (correct)

Tingling, pins and needles and weakness

Loss of feeling in the pinky and ring finger

In what direction do discs usually protrude?

Anterolaterally Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a major sign or symptom of disc disease?

Cysts Signup and view all the answers

What is the key feature of myofascial pain syndrome?

Trigger Points Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of active trigger points?

Numbness and Tingling, Nausea Signup and view all the answers

What are the most common contributing factors to spasms and cramps?

Nutrition, Ischemia, Exercise Signup and view all the answers

What is the best description of the most common strain symptoms?

Local pain with stretching and resisted range of motion Signup and view all the answers

Who is most likely to develop osteosarcoma?

Young adults and adolescents Signup and view all the answers

What are the most common early symptoms of osteosarcoma?

Intense pain with activity Signup and view all the answers

Who is the most likely to develop Osgood-Schlatter?

Athletic adolescents Signup and view all the answers

What are the major signs and symptoms of Osgood-Schlatter?

Sore, tender, hot, swollen knee Signup and view all the answers

What is the asymptomatic precursor to osteoporosis?

Osteopenia Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of osteoarthritis?

Degeneration of synovial joint cartilage Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of osteoarthritis?

Swelling and warmth in affected joints Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of patellofemoral pain syndrome?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common contributing factor to patellofemoral pain syndrome?

Osteoporosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of spondylolisthesis?

Anterior slippage of one or more vertebral bodies Signup and view all the answers

Which spinal structure, if compromised, can lead to spondylolisthesis?

Pars interarticularis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of spondylosis?

Degenerative changes in the intervertebral discs Signup and view all the answers

What is the main contributing factor of a hammer toe?

Footwear Signup and view all the answers

What are the major signs and symptoms of a hiatal hernia?

GERD, shortness of breath Signup and view all the answers

What causes the symptoms of Morton Neuroma?

Common digital nerve is damaged from proinflammatory cytokines Signup and view all the answers

What is plantar fasciitis?

Degeneration and irritation of the collagen in the plantar fascia Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the connective tissue on the arch of the foot with plantar fasciitis?

Thickens Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common presentation of a ganglion cyst?

Connective tissue pouch filled with fluid at the wrist Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the most accurate description of the pain associated with tendinopathy?

Pain can range from mild to severe and is exacerbated by activity. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not considered an extrinsic factor that contributes to the development of tendinopathies?

Appropriate flexibility Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tendinopathy is characterized by degeneration of the tendon tissue without inflammation?

Tendinosis Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is the most significant in determining the seriousness of a whiplash injury from a motor vehicle accident?

Direction, speed, position of the head, and awareness Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle group is most likely to be affected by whiplash injuries?

SCM, Scalenes, Splenius Cervicis, Trapezius Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common type of tendinopathy?

Sprains Signup and view all the answers

Which extrinsic factor is the most significant contributor to the development of tendinopathies?

Training problems and injuries Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tendinopathy is characterized by inflammation of the tendon sheath?

Tenosynovitis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor that can contribute to the seriousness of a whiplash injury?

Ethnicity Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle group is the LEAST likely to be affected by whiplash injuries?

Gastrocnemius, Soleus, Plantaris Signup and view all the answers