PAS Rehabilitation & Recovery Protocols 2

Question 1

Which phase of rehabilitation focuses on restoring full range of motion and introducing progressive loading after acute inflammation has resolved?

Accepted Answer

Subacute/repair phase

Answer

The subacute repair phase begins once acute inflammation subsides and targets mobility restoration with progressive mechanical loading.

Question 2

A client recovering from a lower-crossed syndrome pattern complains of recurring hamstring tightness. Which corrective strategy is most appropriate to address the underlying cause?

Accepted Answer

Strengthening the inhibited gluteus maximus and lengthening the hip flexors

Answer

In lower-crossed syndrome, hamstring tightness is often compensatory for weak glutes; correcting the pattern requires activating the gluteus maximus and releasing overactive hip flexors.

Question 3

During recovery from a shoulder impingement, which scapular muscle is prioritized to restore proper upward rotation of the scapula?

Accepted Answer

Serratus anterior and lower trapezius

Answer

Serratus anterior and lower trapezius work together to produce upward scapular rotation, restoring subacromial space during overhead movement.

Question 4

A PAS client presents with forward head posture following a cervical strain. Which muscles are typically overactive and require inhibition first?

Accepted Answer

Upper trapezius and sternocleidomastoid

Answer

Upper trapezius and sternocleidomastoid are commonly overactive in forward head posture and should be inhibited before activating the deep cervical flexors.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of proprioceptive training during the later stages of lower-extremity rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

To re-educate joint position sense and reduce reinjury risk

Answer

Proprioceptive training restores joint position sense and neuromuscular coordination, which is critical to preventing reinjury after lower-extremity damage.

(PAS) Postural Alignment Specialist Practice Test

(PAS) Postural Alignment Specialist Practice Test

PAS Rehabilitation & Recovery Protocols 2