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  1. The Ottawa Ankle Rules are used to determine the need for X-ray in ankle injuries by assessing:

    Answer: Bone tenderness at specific locations and ability to weight-bear

    The Ottawa Ankle Rules screen for fracture by assessing bone tenderness at the posterior fibula, posterior tibia, navicular, and base of 5th metatarsal, plus ability to bear weight.

  2. Return to sport after ACL reconstruction is typically guided by which criteria-based milestone?

    Answer: Limb symmetry index ≥90% on strength and hop tests plus psychological readiness

    Criteria-based ACL return to sport requires ≥90% limb symmetry on quadriceps strength and functional hop tests, plus psychological readiness assessment.

  3. Which grading system is used to classify muscle strains?

    Answer: Grade I (mild), Grade II (moderate), Grade III (complete tear)

    Muscle strains are graded I (minor fiber disruption, no loss of strength), II (partial tear, significant weakness), and III (complete rupture).

  4. Exertional compartment syndrome is best confirmed by:

    Answer: Intra-compartmental pressure measurement during and after exercise

    Chronic exertional compartment syndrome is diagnosed by measuring compartment pressures before and after a standardized exercise protocol.

  5. Which test best assesses single-leg dynamic balance and lower extremity neuromuscular control in athletes?

    Answer: Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT)

    The SEBT measures dynamic single-leg balance by having the athlete reach as far as possible in 8 directions while standing on one leg.

  6. The PRICE principle for acute sports injury management stands for:

    Answer: Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

    PRICE (Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) remains a widely used framework for early management of acute musculoskeletal sports injuries.