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Sports Injury Treatment Flashcards

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  1. A gymnast presents with a stress fracture of the pars interarticularis (spondylolysis). What is the initial treatment?

    Answer: Activity restriction and bracing with core stabilization rehabilitation

    Activity restriction, a thoracolumbar brace, and core stabilization exercises allow pars healing and are first-line for spondylolysis.

  2. Which nerve is most commonly injured in carpal tunnel syndrome among cyclists due to handlebar pressure?

    Answer: Median nerve at the carpal tunnel

    Prolonged handlebar pressure on the palm compresses the median nerve at the carpal tunnel, causing cyclist's palsy variant with CTS symptoms.

  3. When returning an athlete to play after a concussion, which symptom should immediately halt the return-to-play progression?

    Answer: Re-emergence of any concussion symptoms at any step

    Any concussion symptoms returning at any stage of the RTP protocol require dropping back to the previous asymptomatic step.

  4. A swimmer presents with supraspinatus tendinopathy ('swimmer's shoulder'). Which biomechanical correction is most critical?

    Answer: Reducing hand entry angle to decrease impingement arc

    Correcting hand entry angle reduces internal impingement of the supraspinatus during the catch phase of freestyle swimming.

  5. Which injection approach is preferred for plantar fasciitis refractory to conservative care for at least 3 months?

    Answer: Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection

    PRP injection has demonstrated superior long-term outcomes compared to corticosteroids for chronic plantar fasciitis by promoting tissue regeneration.

  6. A collegiate soccer player with a Grade III AC joint separation. When is surgical referral most clearly indicated?

    Answer: When there is associated coracoclavicular ligament rupture with significant displacement and athlete's demands require it

    Surgical fixation for Grade III AC separations is reserved for high-demand athletes with significant clavicle displacement and failed conservative care.

  7. What is the primary goal of the 'relative rest' principle in sports injury management?

    Answer: Maintaining cardiovascular fitness and tissue perfusion while avoiding aggravating the injury

    Relative rest allows continued training of uninjured body parts while protecting the injured area to prevent deconditioning and aid healing.