DPT Orthopedic & Musculoskeletal Therapy 3

Question 1

A 55-year-old patient has gradual onset knee pain, crepitus, and morning stiffness lasting less than 30 minutes. Radiograph shows joint space narrowing. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Osteoarthritis

Answer

Osteoarthritis presents with joint space narrowing, crepitus, and brief morning stiffness (<30 min), distinguishing it from inflammatory arthritides.

Question 2

Which of the following BEST describes the close-packed position of the glenohumeral joint?

Accepted Answer

Full abduction and external rotation

Answer

The close-packed position of the glenohumeral joint is full abduction combined with external rotation, maximizing capsular and ligament tension.

Question 3

Ober's test assesses tightness of which structure?

Accepted Answer

Iliotibial band and tensor fascia latae

Answer

Ober's test assesses iliotibial band and tensor fascia latae tightness by evaluating the ability of the hip to adduct in a side-lying position.

Question 4

A patient with low back pain has a positive straight leg raise at 45° with radiating pain to the foot. This finding is most consistent with:

Accepted Answer

Lumbar nerve root tension or compression

Answer

A positive SLR below 60° with radicular symptoms reproduced suggests nerve root tension or compression, most commonly at L4-S1 levels.

Question 5

In patellar tendinopathy, which region of the tendon is most commonly affected?

Accepted Answer

Proximal attachment at inferior pole of patella

Answer

Patellar tendinopathy most commonly affects the proximal attachment at the inferior pole of the patella due to compressive and tensile load concentration.

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DPT Orthopedic & Musculoskeletal Therapy 3