Therapeutic Exercise in Athletic Rehabilitation

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What are the effects of immobilization on muscle?

Atrophy and fiber conversion, decreased protein synthesis, decreased neuromuscular efficiency (correct)

Increased muscle mass, decreased protein synthesis, improved neuromuscular efficiency

Atrophy and fiber conversion, increased protein synthesis, improved neuromuscular efficiency

Hypertrophy and fiber conversion, decreased protein synthesis, decreased neuromuscular efficiency

What are the short-term goals of a rehabilitation program?

Re-establish neuromuscular control, minimize initial swelling, re-establish cardiorespiratory fitness

Return the athlete to practice and competition quickly and safely, re-establish neuromuscular control, maintain levels of cardiorespiratory fitness

Minimize initial swelling, control pain and inflammation, maintain or improve ROM

Control pain and inflammation, maintain or improve ROM, restore and increase strength (correct)

How does sudden physical inactivity and injury impact the body?

Results in increased muscle mass, improved coordination, and lower heart rate

Causes rapid generalized loss of fitness, decreased neuromuscular efficiency, increased muscle mass

Causes rapid muscle hypertrophy, increased neuromuscular efficiency, improved endurance

Leads to rapid generalized loss of fitness, loss of muscle strength, endurance and coordination, decreased neuromuscular efficiency (correct)

What is the purpose of using conditioning in rehabilitation?

To prevent injury and recover from injury Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the resting heart rate during immobilization?

It increases approximately 1/2 beat per minute each day of immobilization Signup and view all the answers

What are the major components of a rehabilitation program?

Controlling pain and inflammation, minimizing initial swelling, maintaining or improving ROM, addressing key components Signup and view all the answers

What should be routinely addressed before an athlete can return to pre-injury competitive levels?

Several key components such as controlling swelling and addressing other factors Signup and view all the answers

How does conditioning relate to injury prevention?

Minimizes possibility of injury. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using therapeutic exercise in rehabilitation?

To apply basic principles of strength training for rehabilitation. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the muscle when it is unused during immobilization?

Muscle atrophy and fiber conversion occur due to inactivity. Signup and view all the answers

How does sudden physical inactivity impact muscle strength?

Leads to rapid loss of muscle strength. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the loss of muscle mass during immobilization?

Greatest atrophy occurring in Type I fibers. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is one of the primary responsibilities of an Athletic Trainer (ATC) in rehabilitation?

Designing and implementing rehab plans Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the effects of generalized inactivity on a highly conditioned athlete?

Decrease in muscle endurance Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor in minimizing swelling after an injury?

Elevating the affected limb above heart level Signup and view all the answers

How does immobilization impact muscle atrophy?

It results in the greatest atrophy occurring in Type I muscle fibers Signup and view all the answers

What is a major consideration for rehab progress relative to the injury?

Functional outcomes based on specific criteria Signup and view all the answers

How does sudden physical inactivity impact the cardiorespiratory system?

It leads to an increase in resting heart rate Signup and view all the answers

What are some consequences of immobilization on joints?

Decreased lubrication resulting in cartilage degeneration Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the long-term goals of a rehabilitation program?

Restoring and increasing strength Signup and view all the answers

How does immobilization impact ligaments and bones?

It weakens ligaments and bones due to lack of stress Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the effects of sudden physical inactivity on muscle immobilization?

Atrophy and fiber conversion Signup and view all the answers

What type of exercise can be used to minimize the possibility of injury and recover from injury?

Both conditioning and therapeutic exercise Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the components that a well-designed rehab program routinely addresses before an athlete can return to pre-injury competitive levels?

Minimizing initial swelling after injury Signup and view all the answers