MPT Sports Physical Therapy

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Bone tenderness at specific locations and ability to weight-bear

Answer

Swelling and bruising only

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Ligament laxity via stress testing

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Pain with passive range of motion

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Time alone (6 months)

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Pain-free walking only

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Full passive range of motion restoration

Question 3

Which grading system is used to classify muscle strains?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Salter-Harris classification

Answer

Outerbridge classification

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ASIA scale

Question 4

Exertional compartment syndrome is best confirmed by:

Accepted Answer

Intra-compartmental pressure measurement during and after exercise

Answer

X-ray imaging

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MRI of soft tissue

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Nerve conduction study

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT)

Answer

Thomas test

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Romberg test

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Gait analysis

Question 6

The PRICE principle for acute sports injury management stands for:

Accepted Answer

Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Answer

Pain relief, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Answer

Prevention, Rehabilitation, Immobilization, Cold, Exercise

Answer

Protection, Range of motion, Ice, Crutches, Elevation