Principles of Musculoskeletal Imaging PT 523 Quiz

Test your knowledge on clinical science and the use of diagnostic imaging in physical therapy. The quiz covers the definition of diagnostic imaging, its uses in physical therapy, and reasons why physical therapists should be familiar with diagnostic imaging principles and methods.

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Why should physical therapists (PTs) be familiar with diagnostic imaging principles and methods?

To avoid imaging errors and misinterpretations

What is the definition of diagnostic imaging?

The use of technology to view human anatomy and depict human physiology

In Lee et al's study on shoulder MRI, what percentage of asymptomatic individuals showed tendinosis?

88%

What was the percentage of disc degeneration in asymptomatic individuals aged 20 according to Brinjikji et al's study?

37% Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of diagnostic imaging in the context of musculoskeletal pathology?

To distinguish normal from abnormal tissue Signup and view all the answers

What type of errors are associated with diagnostic imaging?

Misfiling images Signup and view all the answers

What are the general outpatient musculoskeletal imaging guidelines for most trauma?

Long standing pain Signup and view all the answers

What was the main finding of Chadha et al's 2022 study on MRI in relation to lumbar spine pathology?

96% of individuals aged 80 showed nuclear degeneration Signup and view all the answers

What did Lee et al's 2020 study on shoulder MRI reveal about asymptomatic individuals?

88% of asymptomatic individuals showed tendinosis Signup and view all the answers

What are some potential errors associated with diagnostic imaging?

Misfiled images and irrelevant pathology revealed Signup and view all the answers

In the context of musculoskeletal imaging, what is the significance of identifying pathology in asymptomatic individuals?

It highlights the prevalence of certain pathologies even in the absence of symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for physical therapists (PTs) to be familiar with diagnostic imaging principles and methods?

To distinguish normal from abnormal tissue and aid in accurate diagnosis Signup and view all the answers

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