ATC Rehabilitation 2

Question 1

Which proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) technique uses alternating isometric contractions of agonist and antagonist muscles to improve range of motion?

Accepted Answer

Rhythmic stabilization

Answer

Rhythmic stabilization uses alternating isometric contractions of opposing muscle groups to improve joint stability and ROM.

Question 2

During the inflammatory phase of tissue healing, which intervention is MOST appropriate to control swelling?

Accepted Answer

RICE protocol and NSAID management

Answer

The RICE protocol (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) combined with NSAIDs is the primary intervention during the inflammatory phase to control swelling and pain.

Question 3

An athlete presents with a grade II medial collateral ligament sprain. Which rehabilitation goal is MOST appropriate for the sub-acute phase?

Accepted Answer

Restoration of full pain-free ROM

Answer

Restoring full pain-free range of motion is the primary goal during the sub-acute phase before progressing to strengthening.

Question 4

What does an isokinetic dynamometer measure that standard free-weight exercises cannot?

Accepted Answer

Torque at a constant angular velocity

Answer

Isokinetic dynamometers measure torque produced at a preset constant angular velocity throughout the full range of motion.

Question 5

Which aquatic therapy principle allows athletes to exercise with reduced joint loading?

Accepted Answer

Buoyancy

Answer

Buoyancy provides an upward force that reduces effective body weight, thereby decreasing compressive forces on weight-bearing joints.

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ATC Rehabilitation 2