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What is the primary cause of overuse of dorsiflexors?
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?
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?
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?
In what direction do discs usually protrude?
Which of the following is NOT a major sign or symptom of disc disease?
Which of the following is NOT a major sign or symptom of disc disease?
What is the key feature of myofascial pain syndrome?
What is the key feature of myofascial pain syndrome?
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of active trigger points?
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of active trigger points?
What are the most common contributing factors to spasms and cramps?
What are the most common contributing factors to spasms and cramps?
What is the best description of the most common strain symptoms?
What is the best description of the most common strain symptoms?
Who is most likely to develop osteosarcoma?
Who is most likely to develop osteosarcoma?
What are the most common early symptoms of osteosarcoma?
What are the most common early symptoms of osteosarcoma?
Who is the most likely to develop Osgood-Schlatter?
Who is the most likely to develop Osgood-Schlatter?
What are the major signs and symptoms of Osgood-Schlatter?
What are the major signs and symptoms of Osgood-Schlatter?
What is the asymptomatic precursor to osteoporosis?
What is the asymptomatic precursor to osteoporosis?
What is the primary characteristic of osteoarthritis?
What is the primary characteristic of osteoarthritis?
Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of osteoarthritis?
Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of osteoarthritis?
What is the primary characteristic of patellofemoral pain syndrome?
What is the primary characteristic of patellofemoral pain syndrome?
Which of the following is NOT a common contributing factor to patellofemoral pain syndrome?
Which of the following is NOT a common contributing factor to patellofemoral pain syndrome?
What is the primary characteristic of spondylolisthesis?
What is the primary characteristic of spondylolisthesis?
Which spinal structure, if compromised, can lead to spondylolisthesis?
Which spinal structure, if compromised, can lead to spondylolisthesis?
What is the primary characteristic of spondylosis?
What is the primary characteristic of spondylosis?
What is the main contributing factor of a hammer toe?
What is the main contributing factor of a hammer toe?
What are the major signs and symptoms of a hiatal hernia?
What are the major signs and symptoms of a hiatal hernia?
What causes the symptoms of Morton Neuroma?
What causes the symptoms of Morton Neuroma?
What is plantar fasciitis?
What is plantar fasciitis?
What happens to the connective tissue on the arch of the foot with plantar fasciitis?
What happens to the connective tissue on the arch of the foot with plantar fasciitis?
What is the most common presentation of a ganglion cyst?
What is the most common presentation of a ganglion cyst?
Which of the following is the most accurate description of the pain associated with tendinopathy?
Which of the following is the most accurate description of the pain associated with tendinopathy?
Which of the following is not considered an extrinsic factor that contributes to the development of tendinopathies?
Which of the following is not considered an extrinsic factor that contributes to the development of tendinopathies?
Which type of tendinopathy is characterized by degeneration of the tendon tissue without inflammation?
Which type of tendinopathy is characterized by degeneration of the tendon tissue without inflammation?
Which factor is the most significant in determining the seriousness of a whiplash injury from a motor vehicle accident?
Which factor is the most significant in determining the seriousness of a whiplash injury from a motor vehicle accident?
Which muscle group is most likely to be affected by whiplash injuries?
Which muscle group is most likely to be affected by whiplash injuries?
Which of the following is NOT a common type of tendinopathy?
Which of the following is NOT a common type of tendinopathy?
Which extrinsic factor is the most significant contributor to the development of tendinopathies?
Which extrinsic factor is the most significant contributor to the development of tendinopathies?
Which type of tendinopathy is characterized by inflammation of the tendon sheath?
Which type of tendinopathy is characterized by inflammation of the tendon sheath?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor that can contribute to the seriousness of a whiplash injury?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor that can contribute to the seriousness of a whiplash injury?
Which muscle group is the LEAST likely to be affected by whiplash injuries?
Which muscle group is the LEAST likely to be affected by whiplash injuries?
