KFA Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention 3

Question 1

The Achilles tendon connects which two anatomical structures?

Accepted Answer

Calf muscles to the heel bone (calcaneus)

Answer

The Achilles tendon connects the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles of the calf to the calcaneus (heel bone), transmitting force for push-off during running.

Question 2

Which type of stretching is most recommended immediately AFTER a training session for recovery?

Accepted Answer

Static stretching

Answer

Static stretching (holding a position for 20–30 seconds) is recommended post-training when muscles are warm, aiding flexibility and recovery.

Question 3

When a player loses consciousness after a head collision, the correct immediate action is:

Accepted Answer

Do not move the player and call for emergency medical assistance immediately

Answer

An unconscious player must not be moved due to the risk of spinal injury; emergency medical assistance must be summoned and the player stabilized in place.

Question 4

FIFA's recommended Medical Emergency Bag for football matches should include:

Accepted Answer

Cervical collar, automated external defibrillator (AED), and resuscitation equipment

Answer

FIFA mandates life-saving equipment including a cervical collar, AED, and resuscitation gear to handle cardiac events and serious trauma at matches.

Question 5

Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome) are best prevented by:

Accepted Answer

Gradually increasing training load and wearing proper footwear

Answer

A progressive training load increase and biomechanically appropriate footwear are the primary strategies for preventing medial tibial stress syndrome.

KFA - Korean Football Association Practice Test

KFA - Korean Football Association Practice Test

KFA Sports Medicine and Injury Prevention 3