Rehabilitation and Therapy Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Question 1

What is the typical rehabilitation protocol progression after total knee replacement (TKA)?

Accepted Answer

Early mobilization day 1, progressive weight bearing, range of motion, then strengthening

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Strict bed rest for 2 weeks, then physical therapy

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Non-weight bearing for 6 weeks, then full weight bearing

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Immediate return to high-impact activities after 2 weeks

Question 2

Which orthopedic condition is characterized by pain and stiffness at the greater trochanter of the hip?

Accepted Answer

Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (trochanteric bursitis)

Answer

Hip osteoarthritis

Answer

Femoral neck stress fracture

Answer

Iliotibial band syndrome

Question 3

What is the Hawkins-Kennedy test used to diagnose?

Accepted Answer

Subacromial impingement syndrome of the shoulder

Answer

Acromioclavicular joint separation

Answer

Biceps tendon rupture

Answer

Glenohumeral instability

Question 4

Which condition is characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia at its calcaneal insertion, causing heel pain with first steps in the morning?

Accepted Answer

Plantar fasciitis

Answer

Achilles tendinopathy

Answer

Heel fat pad syndrome

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Tarsal tunnel syndrome

Question 5

Ottawa Ankle Rules help clinicians decide when to order X-rays for ankle injuries. Bone tenderness in which area mandates imaging?

Accepted Answer

Posterior edge or tip of the lateral or medial malleolus, or base of the 5th metatarsal

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Anterior ankle only

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Mid-shaft fibula only

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Achilles tendon insertion

Question 6

What is the purpose of joint mobilization Grade I–II in orthopedic manual therapy?

Accepted Answer

Pain relief through neurophysiological effects, not to increase range of motion

Answer

Stretching capsular adhesions to gain mobility

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High-velocity manipulation to restore joint play

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Strengthening periarticular muscles