NPTE-PTA Therapeutic Exercise 2

Question 1

Plyometric training is primarily designed to improve:

Accepted Answer

Power and stretch-shortening cycle efficiency

Answer

Plyometrics utilize the stretch-shortening cycle to improve power output and neuromuscular efficiency.

Question 2

Aquatic therapy reduces joint compressive forces because:

Accepted Answer

Buoyancy reduces effective body weight

Answer

Archimedes' principle: buoyancy provides an upward force that reduces the effective weight of the body, decreasing joint loading.

Question 3

The recommended progression of resistance training for a deconditioned patient follows:

Accepted Answer

Muscular endurance → hypertrophy → strength → power

Answer

Progressive resistance training typically progresses from endurance (high reps, low load) to hypertrophy to strength to power.

Question 4

During isokinetic exercise, which variable is held constant?

Accepted Answer

Velocity of movement

Answer

Isokinetic exercise maintains a constant angular velocity regardless of applied force, with resistance accommodating to effort.

Question 5

Which exercise is most appropriate for improving scapular stabilization?

Accepted Answer

Prone Y, T, W exercises

Answer

Prone Y, T, W exercises activate lower trapezius and serratus anterior, targeting scapular stabilizers in a gravity-loaded position.

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