MPT Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy 2

Question 1

What is the primary goal of joint mobilization in physical therapy?

Accepted Answer

Restore normal joint arthrokinematics and reduce pain

Answer

Strengthen surrounding muscles

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Improve cardiovascular endurance

Answer

Increase muscle flexibility only

Question 2

A patient cannot perform a heel-to-toe walk without losing balance. Which structure is most likely impaired?

Accepted Answer

Cerebellum or proprioceptive pathways

Answer

Hip flexors

Answer

Wrist extensors

Answer

Rotator cuff

Question 3

What does 'end feel' describe in a musculoskeletal assessment?

Accepted Answer

Quality of resistance felt at the end of passive range of motion

Answer

Patient's pain level at end of range

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Muscle strength at end range

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Joint surface appearance

Question 4

Which special test assesses for meniscal pathology in the knee?

Accepted Answer

Apley compression test

Answer

Lachman test

Answer

Thomas test

Answer

Ober's test

Question 5

Which mobilization technique involves movement of one joint surface on the other in a sliding manner?

Accepted Answer

Glide (translation)

Answer

Traction

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Distraction

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Compression

Question 6

What is the Thomas test used to assess?

Accepted Answer

Hip flexor tightness (iliopsoas/rectus femoris)

Answer

Hip abductor tightness

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Gluteus maximus strength

Answer

Piriformis syndrome