PCE PCE Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation 2

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the overload principle in therapeutic exercise?

Accepted Answer

Applying a stress greater than what the body is accustomed to in order to stimulate adaptation

Answer

The overload principle requires progressively increasing exercise demands beyond the current capacity to stimulate physiological adaptation.

Question 2

A physiotherapist is treating a patient with rotator cuff tendinopathy. Which phase of rehabilitation should focus on neuromuscular control and proprioception?

Accepted Answer

Functional rehabilitation phase

Answer

The functional rehabilitation phase emphasizes neuromuscular control, proprioception, and sport- or task-specific activities to prepare the patient for return to full function.

Question 3

When using the Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale for aerobic exercise prescription, which range corresponds to moderate-intensity exercise?

Accepted Answer

12–14 on the Borg 6–20 scale

Answer

On the original Borg 6–20 RPE scale, a rating of 12–14 corresponds to moderate-intensity exercise, roughly equivalent to 60–70% of maximum heart rate.

Question 4

Which muscle is the primary stabilizer of the lumbar spine targeted in transversus abdominis activation exercises?

Accepted Answer

Transversus abdominis

Answer

The transversus abdominis is the deepest abdominal muscle and the primary target in core stabilization programs due to its role in spinal stiffness and lumbar support.

Question 5

A patient recovering from an ACL reconstruction at 12 weeks is ready to progress rehabilitation. Which criterion is most important before initiating plyometric training?

Accepted Answer

Limb symmetry index of at least 70% quadriceps strength

Answer

A quadriceps limb symmetry index of at least 70% (ideally 85–90%) is a key criterion before introducing plyometric loading following ACL reconstruction.

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PCE PCE Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation 2