Sports Injury Treatment Flashcards
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A runner presents with proximal hamstring tendinopathy. Which rehabilitation approach has the strongest evidence for chronic tendinopathy treatment?
Answer: Heavy slow resistance training
Heavy slow resistance (HSR) training is the gold standard for chronic tendinopathy, promoting tendon remodeling and load tolerance.
When treating a Grade II lateral ankle sprain, which intervention should be prioritized in the subacute phase (days 4–14)?
Answer: Functional rehabilitation with proprioceptive training
Functional rehabilitation with proprioceptive training restores neuromuscular control and reduces re-sprain risk in Grade II ankle sprains.
A baseball pitcher develops medial elbow pain consistent with UCL sprain. Conservative management fails. What is the gold standard surgical procedure?
Answer: Ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction (Tommy John surgery)
UCL reconstruction (Tommy John surgery) is the gold standard for overhead athletes with complete UCL tears failing conservative care.
Which taping technique is most appropriate as an adjunct for patellar tendinopathy symptom relief during sport?
Answer: McConnell taping to unload the patellar tendon
McConnell patellar taping unloads the tendon and can reduce pain during activity in patellar tendinopathy.
A cyclist with iliotibial band syndrome does not improve with stretching. Which adjunct treatment targets the underlying compression mechanism?
Answer: Cortisone injection at the lateral knee fat pad
Corticosteroid injection at the lateral knee fat pad targets the compressed bursal tissue and can reduce pain refractory to stretching.
For acute muscle strains, what is the current evidence-based replacement for the classic RICE protocol?
Answer: PEACE & LOVE (Protection, Elevation, Avoid anti-inflammatory, Compression, Education + Load, Optimism, Vascularization, Exercise)
The PEACE & LOVE framework is the current evidence-based protocol emphasizing early controlled loading and avoiding anti-inflammatories that impair healing.
A collegiate wrestler has a cauliflower ear (auricular hematoma). What is the immediate treatment to prevent perichondrial fibrosis?
Answer: Aspiration and compression dressing
Needle aspiration followed by a compression dressing prevents hematoma re-accumulation and the resulting cartilage deformity.