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Physical Therapy: Hip Flexion and Hamstring Stretching Exercises

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What is the primary purpose of placing the hand on the lower anterior thigh of the affected side?

To increase hip flexion with knee extension
To stretch the hamstring muscle
To keep knee in extension during hip flexion (correct)
To maintain knee flexion

What is the fastest and most effective way to increase static-passive flexibility?

Passive stretching
Self-stretching
Isometric stretching
PNF stretching (correct)

What is the role of Golgi Tendon Organ (GTO) in PNF stretching?

To increase muscle tension
To improve muscular relaxation
To detect changes in muscle length
To sense increasing tension within the muscle (correct)

What is the primary benefit of PNF stretching techniques?

Maximized improvements in flexibility (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct position of the patient's trunk during self-stretching of the hamstring muscle?

Keeping the upper back extended (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism by which PNF stretching techniques work?

By improving muscular relaxation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended number of repetitions for dynamic stretching exercises?

8-12 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common indication for stretching exercises?

When contractures interfere with normal functional activities (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a contraindication for stretching exercises?

When bony block limits ROM (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a precaution to take when stretching?

Avoid vigorous stretching of immobilized tissues (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a patient experiences joint pain or muscle soreness lasting more than 24 hours?

Reduce the intensity of stretching exercises (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a clinical application of stretching procedures?

Testing range of motion of joints and flexibility of soft tissues (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of ligaments in joints?

To resist major joint stresses (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of stretching before and after exercise?

To prevent or minimize the risk of musculotendinous injury (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended intensity for stretching exercises?

Low intensity (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to warm up before stretching?

To increase blood flow around the body (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done immediately after exercise to prepare for stretching?

Slowly bring your heart rate down (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of gradual mobility exercises in stretching?

Protection of joints by synovial fluid (B) Signup and view all the answers

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