Electrotherapy and Ultrasound Therapy for Sports Injuries: Advanced Diploma in Sport

Question 1

What is the primary therapeutic application of ultrasound therapy in sports rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Pain relief

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Tissue regeneration

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Scar reduction

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Joint mobilization

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a safety precaution to consider when using electrotherapy?

Accepted Answer

Electrotherapy can be applied near open wounds

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Avoid using in patients with metal implants

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Use caution with pregnant women

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Monitor patients with cardiovascular conditions

Question 3

What type of electrode is required for administering ultrasound therapy?

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Conductive

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Resistive

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Capacitive

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Inductive

Question 4

Which of the following is a contraindication for electrical nerve stimulation (ENS)?

Accepted Answer

Presence of a cardiac pacemaker

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Acute muscle injury

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Chronic nerve damage

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Recent surgery

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of using a coupling gel during the application of ultrasound therapy?

Accepted Answer

To reduce friction and enhance sound transmission

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To increase the intensity of the ultrasound waves

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To protect the patient's skin from irritation

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To enhance the therapeutic effects of ultrasound

Question 6

Which electrotherapy application technique is primarily used to target a specific localized area?

Accepted Answer

Transcutaneous

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Intramuscular

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Transcranial

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Subcutaneous

Question 7

What is the main benefit of combining electrotherapy with other rehabilitation modalities?

Accepted Answer

Enhancement of treatment outcomes

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Reduction in treatment duration

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Minimization of potential side effects

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Improvement of patient adherence to the treatment plan

Question 8

What is a primary physiological effect of electrical muscle stimulation (EMS)?

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Contracts muscles

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Increases blood flow

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Reduces pain

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Improves range of motion

Question 9

Which factor does NOT affect the depth of penetration of ultrasound waves?

Accepted Answer

Electrode size

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Frequency of ultrasound

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Intensity of ultrasound

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Tissue density

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using electrotherapy in sports injuries?

Accepted Answer

Improves coordination

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Reduces muscle spasms

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Enhances tissue healing

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Increases range of motion

Question 11

Which option is NOT considered a type of electrotherapy modality?

Accepted Answer

Laser therapy

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Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)

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Ultrasound therapy

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Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS)

Question 12

What is the primary mechanism of action of TENS in alleviating pain?

Accepted Answer

Releasing endorphins

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Blocking pain signals

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Improving blood circulation

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Stimulating muscle contraction

Question 13

Which technique is NOT used in ultrasound therapy application?

Accepted Answer

Cross-friction

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Continuous mode

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Pulsed mode

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Scanning

Question 14

What is the primary advantage of using ultrasound therapy compared to other electrotherapy modalities?

Accepted Answer

Deeper tissue penetration

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Non-invasive nature

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Immediate pain relief

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Improved muscle function

Question 15

Which electrotherapy modality is primarily used to alleviate pain and promote muscle relaxation?

Accepted Answer

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)

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Interferential Current (IFC)

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Russian Stimulation

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High-Voltage Pulsed Current (HVPC)

Question 16

During an electrotherapy session, the patient experiences discomfort and strong muscle contractions. What should the therapist do?

Accepted Answer

Reduce the current intensity and reassess the patient's response

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Increase the frequency setting

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Lengthen the treatment duration to allow for adaptation

Question 17

Which is a contraindication for ultrasound therapy?

Accepted Answer

Presence of a pacemaker

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Chronic pain

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Acute tendonitis

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Muscle strain

Question 18

What is the essential difference between continuous and pulsed ultrasound therapy?

Accepted Answer

Continuous ultrasound provides uninterrupted waves for tissue heating, while pulsed ultrasound delivers intermittent waves for non-thermal effects

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Continuous ultrasound is applied for acute injuries, and pulsed ultrasound for chronic injuries

Question 19

A therapist is treating a patient with chronic Achilles tendinopathy using ultrasound therapy. They use a low-intensity ultrasound wave with a frequency of 3 MHz. What is the primary expected outcome?

Accepted Answer

Enhanced tissue repair and expedited regeneration

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Pain alleviation through nerve stimulation

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Reduced inflammation and edema

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Elevated tissue temperature for pain reduction

Question 20

What is the primary physiological effect of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)?

Accepted Answer

Pain reduction

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Sensory nerve activation

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Muscle contraction stimulation

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Tissue repair stimulation

Question 21

What is the primary reason electrotherapy should not be used?

Accepted Answer

Implanted electronic devices

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Poor circulation

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Skin allergies

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Pregnancy

Question 22

What is a key benefit of combining electrotherapy and ultrasound therapy?

Accepted Answer

Enhanced tissue repair and pain relief

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Reduced treatment duration

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Increased muscle strength

Question 23

What is the primary mechanism by which ultrasound therapy promotes tissue healing?

Accepted Answer

Increased blood flow and enhanced cellular metabolism

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Inhibition of pain signals

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Reduction in muscle spasms

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Stimulation of collagen synthesis

Question 24

Which of the following is a common technique used to enhance the effectiveness of electrotherapy?

Accepted Answer

Motor point stimulation

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Cross-sectional stimulation

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Faradic stimulation

Question 25

What is the purpose of using a coupling medium in ultrasound therapy?

Accepted Answer

To enhance ultrasound transmission and minimize skin irritation

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To reduce the risk of cavitation

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To increase the depth of penetration