PT Orthopedics Question Bank

Ankylosing Spondylitis

• A common feature of Ankylosing Spondylitis is sacroiliitis, which can lead to eventual fusion of the spine.
• It is commonly associated with uveitis, an inflammatory eye condition.

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

• A common cause of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is abnormal tracking of the patella, resulting in pain in the front of the knee.

Frozen Shoulder

• Adhesive Capsulitis is commonly associated with Frozen Shoulder.

Fibromyalgia

• A common feature of Fibromyalgia is widespread chronic pain, particularly in the neck, back, and joints.

Upper Limb (U.L) Rehabilitation

• The primary goal of rehabilitation in PT for U.L is to restore functional movement and strength.

Immobilization

• A common complication related to Immobilization is muscle atrophy and decreased range of motion.

Neck Pain

• A common cause of Neck Pain is postural strain, often resulting from poor posture or prolonged sitting.

Lower Limb (L.L) Fractures

• In PT for L.L, a common intervention for lower limb fractures is weight-bearing exercises to promote bone healing.

Spine and Pelvis

• A common complication related to PT for Spine and Pelvis is nerve compression, which can lead to numbness, tingling, or weakness.

Low Back Pain (LBP)

• In PT for LBP, a common intervention for managing chronic low back pain is core strengthening exercises to improve spinal stability.

Osteoporosis

• A common feature of Osteoporosis is reduced bone density, leading to increased risk of fractures, particularly in the spine, hips, and wrists.