Therapeutic Exercises Quiz

Study Notes

1) Passive ROM's advantage is that once a patient masters it, they understand its purpose. Active assisted ROM is also beneficial.
2) Active free ROM is a process where collected data is interpreted. Evaluation is the process of interpreting data, not the interpretation itself.
3) Muscle performance exercises, balance exercises, and relaxation exercises are types of therapeutic exercise interventions. All of the above are correct.
4) Passive motion involves maintaining joint mobility, not increasing strength. Preventing muscle atrophy and improving endurance are also benefits.
5) Age, effect of immobilization, and congruency of joint surfaces all influence the amount of ROM at a synovial joint.
6) ROM techniques can be performed in anatomic planes of motion and functional patterns. Muscle range of elongation and all of the above are incorrect responses.
7) Active assisted ROM is where manual or mechanical assistance is provided to help perform active movements.
8) Pendular exercises are an example of active resisted ROM.

1) True. Primary impairments stem directly from the underlying health condition.
2) False. Flexibility is correct timing/sequencing of muscle firing combined with muscle contraction intensity.
3) False. Passive movement is produced by external forces, not active muscle contraction.
4) False. The goal of passive movement is to prevent complications of immobilization.
5) True. Muscle tissue size and force diminish due to immobilization.
6) True. Free exercises are performed without external assistance or resistance.
7) True. Free exercises challenge the neuromuscular system, leading to faster improvements of weak muscles.
8) True. Objective exercises are usually performed anatomically, with full range of movement.