Therex Exam 1 and 2

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Which of the following terms associated with aspects of physical function is used to describe the ability of the neuromuscular system to statically or dynamically hold proximal or distal body segments in appropriate positions using synergistic muscle action? A. Muscle strength B. Muscle power C. Coordination D. Stability

D

50yo s/p mastectomy who c/o pain, loss of ROM and weakness. She has difficulty washing her hair more than reaching behind her back. Most likely diagnoses for this pt? A)Adhesive capsulitis B)Rotator cuff tendonitis C)Bicipital tendonitis D)Calcific tendonitis

a

A 21yo football player reffered to PT after sustaining a grade II acromioclavicular sprain. Which of the following pt description best describes the MOI associated with acromioclavicular sprain? A)Tackled and landed directly on shoulder B)Fell with arm extended with another player falling on top C)Arm hit by helmet while throwing the ball D)Arm stepped on while laying on the ground

a

A 32yo pt s/p left rotator cuff surgery is seen in PT. Initial intervention should focus on: A)Pendulum exercise B)AROM focusing on ABD and ER C)Strengthining rhomoids and lower trap D)Strengthening rotator cuff muscles

a

A 68yo with a colles fracture and subsequent diagnosis of osteoporosis. The fracture is now well healed and POC includes the development of a HEP. At a minimum the program should include: A)Wall pushups and UE theraband exercises B)Aerobic activity and exercise using eccentric muscle contractions C)Active UE diagonals and core stability exercise D)Submaximal UE active exercise and bike riding

a

A 87yo resident of a skilled nursing facility sustains a compression fracture to T12 weeks ago when she sat down forefully on a chair. Incorporate resistance training that focuses on eccentric exercises for her quads and gluteal muscles in wegiht bearing postion represents what principle of therex? A)Specificity training B)Reversibility training C)Overflow principle D)Overload principle

a

A PTA is seeing a pt 4 days after an open repair of the rotator cuff of the right shoulder. The short term goal include maintenance of ROM, pain, and inflammation. Long term goals include restoration of ROM and strength to pre surgery state. To meet STG of maintenance of ROM the PTA should implement: A)Passive ROM B)AROM with pain free range C)Isometric exercise in mid range position at 50% effort D)Cold pack and IFC

a

A morbidly obese pt is reffered to an exercise program. The PTA recognizes the pt is at an increased risk for: A)Hyperthermia during exercise B)Hypothermia during exercise C)Rapid weight loss during the initial weeks D)Increased anxiety and depression

a

A person participating in a exercise program will show the following benifits except: A)Decreae in muscle mass B)Increased cardiac output C)Decrease resting HR D)Decreased BP

a

A pt with rheumatoid arthritis of the hand and wrist. You notice several deformities, including hyperextension of the PIP and flexion of the DIP of digits 2,3,4. This deformity is called? A)Swan neck B)Boutonniere C)Saddleback

a

AN individual with a BMI of 33kg is reffered to an exercise program, which of the following risk factor are they susceptible to? A)hyperthermia B)hypothermia C)Rapid weight loss during initial weeks D)Increase anxiety and depression

a

All of the following can cause impaired range of motion (ROM) except: A. Early movement after surgery. B. Muscle imbalance and disuse. C. Neurological injury. D. Systemic inflammatory disease

a

Atrophy of the thenar eminince would indicate injury to which nerve? A)median B)radial C)ulnar D)musculocutaneous

a

Common error associated with strength training resulting in increased intrathoracic pressure, slow HR, decreased return of blood to the heart is known as: A)Valsalva maneuver B)Lag phenomenon C)Apleys maneuver D)Reyes phenomenon

a

PTA assesses a pt's shoulder lateral rotation in supine. When completing goniometric measurement the therapist should place the stationary arm: A)Perpendicular to the floor B)Parallel with the inferior midline of the humerus C)Parallel with the olecranon process D)Parallel with the lateral midline of the humerus

a

PTA attempts to assess the motor component of the axillary nerve by conducting a resistive test. Which muscle would be most appropriate to utilize? A)Teres minor B)Teres major C)Subscapularis D)Supraspinatus

a

PTA discusses the importance of a cool-down period following a exercise session with a pt participating in cardiac rehab. The pt is 4 weeks status post MI with uncomplicated recovery. What best describes the cool down period? A)Prevent pooling of blood in the extremities B)Minimize ventricular arythmias C)Diminish pt nausea/vertigo D)Provide an opportunityto monitor vitals

a

PTA supervising exercise of a cardiac rehab pt class on a very hot day with temp above 90 degrees. The facility is not air conditioned: A)Decrease intensity by slowing pace of exercises B)Increase warm up period to equal total aerobic interval in time C)Continue with planned intensity and encourage pt to drink more water D)Shift to intermittent exercise but decrease rest time

a

PTA treating a pt c/o right shoulder pain. pt has been dx with adhesive capsulitis. What is the capsular pattern? A)ER,Abd,IR B)ER,IR,Abd C)IR,Abd,ER D)Abd,ER,IR

a

PTA treats a pt with cardiac disease. the pt exhibits SOB and fatigue with minimal distance. The primary goal is to increase amb distance. The MOST appropriate amb parameters to facilitate achievement of the goal is: A)Short duration, frequent intervals B)Short duration, infrequent intervals C)Long duration, frequent intervals D)Long duration, infrequent intervals

a

The POC provided by the PT for a hamstring strain includes stretching, SLR in prone, and prone hamstring curls. The first day you see the pt they lack 30 degrees of hamstring flexibility. Three days later they lack 20 degrees, the appropriate course of action is to? A)Continue treatment, working on flexibility is within the POC B)Report changes to PT before initiating tx C)Discontinue tx D)Refer to physician

a

To achieve max elongation of the long head of the biceps during passive stretching: A)Extend elbow with the forearm in pronation and then extend the shoulder B)Flex shoulder overhead after extending the elbow with forearm supinated C)Extend elbow with forearm in supination and then extend shoulder D)Flex shoulder overhead after extending the elbow with forearm in pronation

a

To test for MCL tear of the elbow, we must apply: A)Valgus stress B)Varus stress C)Posterior stress D)Anterior stress

a

What are the primary differences between slow twitch and fast twitch muscle fibers? A)ST are designed for endurance and FT for speed,strength, and power B)ST fibers are small with few mitochondria, FT are vascular and contract at lower speeds C)ST allows for anaerobic work, FT aerobic work D)ST have high levels of myosin adenosine triphosphate, FT low levels of ATPase

a

Which of the following is a contraindication to PROM exercises? A. When movement of a body segment is disruptive to the healing process B. Presence of muscle weakness or paralysis C. Presence of chronically impaired circulation D. When a patient is in a coma

a

Which term is defined as a common form of stretching that allows one to sustain a controlled stretch by placing muscles in a fully elongated postion and holding for a period of time? A)Static stretch B)Dynamic stretch C)Ballistic stretch D)Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation

a

pt just underwent repair for chronic anterior shoulder dislocation, early rehab should avoid: A)ER B)Scaption C)IR D)Flex

a

pt reports to PT with atrophy involving muscles of the thenar eminence. Which of the following is most likely injured? A)Median nerve B)Axillary nerve C)Ulnar nerve D)Radial nerve

a

28yo male with laterl epicondylitis secondary to work. Cheif complaint is pain with weakness in left elbow. Order is for ice pack, phonophoresis, and massage. What type of massage? A)general B)transverse friction C)shiatsu D)effleurage

b

A pt with diagnosis of right shoulder adhesive capsulitis with acessory motion dysfunction and noted loss of proper scapulohumeral rhythm. The intervention most likely to help achieve properscapulohumeral rhythm of the shoulder complex is: A)Protect joint mechanics with immobilization B)Strengthen parascapular muscles and stretch glenohumeral structures C)Strengthen glenohumeral joint at end range D)AROM to achieve normal IR and ER at GH joint

b

Contraction when the resistance, force , load, or tension created in the muscle changes as the joint angle changes by lifting free weights: A)Isometric B)Isotonic C)Isokenitic D)Eccentric

b

During active ROM exercises, which of the following structures is most elongated with full active extension and ulnar deviation of the wrist if the fingers remain relaxed? A. Flexor carpi ulnaris B. Flexor carpi radialis C. Flexor digitorum profundus D. Flexor digitorum superficialis

b

Each of the following is a prescreening question that should be addressed before participation in a health promotion program, except: A. Have you ever been diagnosed with a heart condition? B. What are your blood pressure and heart rate normally? C. Do you experience chest pain when you engage in physical activity? D. Do you ever lose your balance or lose consciousness?

b

Indentation fracture of humeral head following GH dislocation? A)Bankhart lesion B)Hill-sachs lesion C)Slap lesion D)Licamara lesion

b

Movements following an acute stage of healing following a soft tissue injury: A)is contraindicated B)Should be passive or assisted and should begin as soon as tolerated within pain free range C)should include full ROM to prevent contractures D)Should begin on 4th day and be specific to the tissue

b

Of the following, which is the most effective way to improve muscle endurance? A. Have the patient train on an isokinetic dynamometer at fast speeds only B. Have the patient train using dynamic exercise against submaximal loads over progressively longer time periods C. Have the patient exercise against maximal resistance for a limited number of repetitions D. Have the patient train by using isometric exercises against resistance

b

PTA assesses functional strength of a pt's hip extensors. What type of contraction occurs in the hip extensors while moving from standing to sitting? A)Concentric B)Eccentric C)Isometric D)Isotonic

b

PTA conducts a goniometric assesment of pt's UE. Which of the following is most indicative of normal passive GH flexion? A)80 degrees B)120 degrees C)155 degrees D)180 degrees

b

PTA implements an established POC. PTA elects to utilize a continuos passive motion machine. Which treatment objective would not be addressed using this? A)Increase vascular dynamics B)Prevent muscle atrophy C)Prevent contractures D)Decrease pain

b

PTA instructs a pt to complete biceps strengthening exercise using 10# DB in standing. The exercise requires pt to maximally flex the elbow 12x without moving the trunk. It becomes apparent that the pt is unable to maintain their trunk in a stationary position. What modifications would be most appropriate? A)Decrease number of reps to 6x B)Decrease weight to 5lbs C)Instruct pt to perform exercise sitting on a stool D)No modifications are necessary

b

PTA prepares to work with a pt diagnosed with a dorsal scapular nerve injury. Which muscle would be most affected by this condition? A)Serratus anterior, pec minor B)Levator scap, rhomboids C)Lats, teres minor D)Supra/infraspinatus

b

PTA treats 35yo with a prescription to improve aerobic conditioning. Which is not a benifit of aerobic conditioning? A)improved cardiovascular fitness B)Increased cholesterol and HR C)Improved flexibility D)Improved state of mind

b

Pain with resisted wrist ext, fnger ext, and supination: A)Golfers elbow B)Tennis elbow C)Boxers elbow D)Water polo elbow

b

Specific modes of exercise elicit specific adaptations creating specific training effects known as: A)Overload principle B)Specificity training C)Reversibility training D)Law of exercise

b

The pt is ready to return to soccer. They ask the PTA when to stretch? A)Immediately before a game using static stretching technique B)Stretching should be done on warmed up muscles C)Hold static stretch for no longer than 5 sec D)Use positions that combine many muscles to save time

b

To improve UE strength, stability, and proprioception, during which of the following variations of push ups does body weight provide the greatest resistance? A)Bilateral wall push ups in standing and leaning into and pushing away from wall B)Bilateral push ups in prone, head down on an incline board with bodyweight on hands and knees C)bilateral push ups while standing and leaning on hands on kitchen countertop D)bilateral push ups in prone with bodyweight on hands and knees

b

What is the best way to first exercise the postural (extensor) musculature when it is extremley weak to facilitate muscle control? A)Eccentric B)Isometric C)Isokenitic D)E-Stim

b

Which of the following is a goal of passive range of motion (PROM) exercises? A. Prevent muscle atrophy B. Enhance movement of synovial fluid for articular cartilage nutrition C. Increase joint range of motion (ROM) and muscle length D. Improve muscle performance

b

Which of the following is not a benifit to having a more flexible body? A)injury prevention and quicker recoveris after workouts B)Faulty postural alignment that leads to injuries C)Reduce post exercise soreness D)Facilitation of relaxation

b

Which of the following muscles does not attach to the greater tubercle of the humerus? A)supraspinatus B)teres major C)Teres minor D)Infraspinatus

b

Which of the following terms is synonymous with cardiopulmonary fitness and is associated with the aspects of physical function that can be modified by therapeutic exercise? A. Cardiopulmonary resistance B. Cardiopulmonary endurance C. Cardiopulmonary stability D. Cardiopulmonary strength

b

A 40yo female has severe pain in the posterior region of the right shoulder and upper trap. pt reports numbness and tingling in the right UE and PT suspects thoracic outlet syndrome. What test should you perform? A)Drop arm B)Apprehension C)Adsons D)Tinel's sign

c

A HS coach asks what is the best exercise to improve athletes vertical jump? A)Closed chain B)Open chain C)Plyometrics D)Gymnastics

c

A PTA attempts to obtain information on the ability of non contractile tissue to allow motion at a specific joint. Which selective tissue tension assesment would provide the PTA with the most valuable information? A)AROM B)AAROM C)PROM D)Resisted isometrics

c

A patient had surgery and 8 weeks of rehabilitation for carpal tunnel syndrome. You notice that the patient's thenar eminence is almost the same size as that of the uninvolved hand. This change is due to which of the following adaptive changes? A. Increased recruitment of motor units B. Hyperplasia of muscle fibers C. Hypertrophy of muscle fibers D. Fiber-type transformation

c

A patient has mild joint swelling and pain during active ROM, but resisted tests of the muscles that cross the swollen joints do not cause pain. Your goal is to maintain or possibly increase strength through the available ROM. The most appropriate choice of exercise is: A. Muscle setting exercises at the end of the ROM. B. High-velocity isokinetic exercise. C. Multiple-angle isometric exercise against resistance. D. Eccentric/concentric, closed-chain exercise against body weight throughout the ROM.

c

A pt is reffered to PT secondary to pain in the right elbow. Physician notes upon xray that it appears there is a tear in the annular ligament. Which of the following would you expect? A)Ulnar nerve entrapment B)Valgus stress on the LCL C)Dislocation of the head of the radius D)Tear in biceps muscle

c

A pt with a suspected scphoid fracture, which clinical sign is most indicative? A)Localized edema on dorsum of hand B)Crepitus with active ROM C)Localized bony tenderness in the anatomical snuffbox D)Pain with resisted wrist ext

c

A pt with radial head fracture is treated in PT. pt's involved elbow ROM begins at 15 degrees of flexion and ends at 90 degrees of flexion. How should this be recorded? A)0-15-90 B)15-0-90 C)15-90 D)0-90

c

How many weeks of stretching are needed to demonstrate significant increase in muscular flexibility? A)0-2 B)3-4 C)6 D)10-12

c

If the strength of a muscle is "good" (grade 4/5) and active ROM cannot be done, repetitive muscle setting exercises will accomplish each of the following except: A. Maintain mobility between muscle fibers. B. Develop or maintain an awareness of the sensation of a muscle contraction. C. Increase the strength in the muscle. D. Enhance circulation within the muscle

c

PTA instructs a pt diagnosed with rotator cuff tendonitis in transverse plane resistive exercise. Which motions would be appropriate? A)Abd,Add B)Flex,Ext C)IR,ER D)Pronation, supination

c

PTA instructs pt to make a fist. pt can make a fist but is unable to flex the DIP of the ring finger. How can this be best explained? A)Ruptured flexor carpi radialis tendon B)Ruptured flexor digitorum superficialis tendon C)Ruptured flexor digitorum profundus tendon D)Ruptured extensor digitorum communis tendon

c

PTA teaches a class for geriatrics. Which is not a general guideline for this population? A)Use machines rather than free weights B)Always warm up C)"no pain no gain" D)Incorporate aerobic and anaerobic exercise

c

PTA working with 4yo boy diagnosed with patellar tendonitis. The protocol for this treatment includes eccentric exercises. Which should be included? A)Step ups B)Leg press C)Stepdowns D)Hamstring curls on over therapy ball

c

What would you reccomend to increase muscular endurance? A)10reps with 3min rests B)25 reps with 5min rests C)15reps with 1-2min rests D)5 reps with no rests

c

When incorporating functional patterns into ROM interventions, which of the following guidelines is correct? A)PROM should always be performed in anatomical planes of motion to reinforce motor learning B)Mechanical assistance should not be used for AROM because it will reduce motor learning C)Incorporate the functional movement into the pt's daily activities once the pattern can be performed safely, correctly, and without assistance or compensation D)pt's with visual impairments should always perform ROM in anatomical planes, avoiding functional patterns so that joint alignment is maintained

c

Which of the following is a contraindication to implementing resistance exercise? A)Risk of pathologic fracture due to osteoporosis B)Joint instability C)Acute pain and inflammation D)If muscle soreness occurs after a bout of exercises

c

Which of the following is a contraindication to implementing resistance exercise? A. Risk of pathological fracture due to osteoporosis B. Joint instability C. Acute pain or inflammation D. Muscle soreness that occurs after a bout of exercise

c

Which of the following muscles do not attach to the humerus? A)Teres major B)PEc major C)Pec minor D)Supraspinatus

c

While assessing a pt shoulder pta decides to test for presence of a tear in the supraspinatus muscle. Which test would we use? A)Apley scratch B)Tinel sign C)Drop-arm D)Sofer

c

pt diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome, a result of compression of nerve roots and arteries between: A)Ulnar collateral ligament and lateral epicondyle of ulna B)Transverse carpal ligament and distal radius and ulna C)Clavicle, first rib, and scalenes D)Acromion process, humeral head, and coracohumeral ligament

c

pt script says knee strengthening and open chain exercise only, which of the following is no open chain? A)Knee ext B)Hamstring curls C)Squats D)SLR

c

Therex during initial recovery from ligamentous injury will: A)be contraindicated due to inflammation and pain B)Focus on closed kinetic chain progressive resistive exercise C)work to strengthen undamaged muscles supporting the joint D)provide controlled stress in order to promote collagen fiber alignment

c (ligaments are non contractile so it is not contraindicated)

A 22yo male involved in a MVA suffered a brachial plexus injury to the terminal branches of the lateral cord. Which muscle would not be involved? A)Biceps B)Coracobrachialis C)Deltoid D)Pec major

d

A PTA works with a pt with ACL insufficiency. The physician refferal specifies closed kinematic chain rehab. Which exercise would not be appropriate? A)Lunges on dynadisk B)Limited squates to 45 degrees C)Walking backward on treadmill D)Isokinetic knee ext/flex

d

A patient is holding a piece of elastic tubing with both hands in front of the body. Both elbows are flexed to 90°, and both upper arms are held gently against the sides of the patient's chest. Instruct the patient to internally and externally rotate both shoulders simultaneously in this position. This activity strengthens the: A. Internal rotators concentrically and eccentrically. B. External rotators concentrically and the internal rotators eccentrically. C. Internal rotators concentrically and the external rotators eccentrically. D. External rotators concentrically and eccentrically

d

All of the following risk factors are common to both coronary artery disease (CAD) and osteoporosis except: A. Prolonged use of corticosteroids B. Smoking C. Sedentary life-style D. Family history

d

During the repair process following tissue injury, the newly developing collagen fibrils are A)Ready to withstand normal stresses by week 3 B)Slow to be deposited C)Laid down in alignment exactly replicating the fibers that were damaged D)Thin and unorginized

d

During your examination of a patient's lower extremity, you have identified tightness of the gastrocnemius muscle. You are teaching a patient to perform self-ROM exercises of the ankle. In order to maintain the gastrocnemius in a relaxed position while moving the ankle into full range of dorsiflexion available, the patient should: A. Actively extend the toes. B. Keep the knee extended. C. Actively flex the toes. D. Keep the knee flexed.

d

PTA completes a UE MMT on pt diagnosed with rotator cuff tendonitis. Assuming pt has the ability to move the UE against gravity which of the following muscles would not be tested with pt in supine? A)Pronator teres B)Pec major C)Biceps brachii D)Middle traps

d

PTA instructed to treat 40yo distance runner who has been reffered due to ankle pain. Prior to treatment BP is 122/68 with a resting HR of 48BPM. The PTA suspects: A)pt is poorly hydrated and provide water before treatement B)Hypoglicemia and provide sugary snack C)Hypotension and exercise pt at a greater than planned intensity D)Endurance training has resulted in a lower HR and that the pt will tolerate the exercise

d

PTA is manually stretching a pt's hamstring in supine by performing a passive SLR. The technique that would produce the physiologic changes to maintain the lengthening of the soft tissue is best described as: A)Perform stretch in bouts of 10reps repeat 2-3 times B)Bring hamstrings to end ROM, back off slightly, and hold for 1min and repeat C)Have pt contract hamstrings for 30sec D)Maintain the stretch at end range for 30 sec and repeat a min of 3x

d

PTA is treating a pt diagnosed with a fracture midshaft of the right humerus after falling from a ladder. Which nerve would most likely be damaged? A)Median B)Subscapular C)Ulnar D)Radial

d

PTA monitors BP of 28yo during increasgin levels of physical exertion. Assuming a normal physiologic response which of the following best describes the pt's BP response to exercise? A)Systolic decreases, diastolic increases B)Systolic remains the same, diastolic decreases C)Systolic/Diastolic remain the same D)Systolic increase, diastolic remains the same

d

PTA performs a MMT on pt with unilateral UE weakness. PTA should test the pt's shoulder internal rotators with pt positioned in: A)Prone B)Sidelying C)Standing D)Supine

d

The body systems react, adapt, and develop in response to forces and physical stresses placed on them. All of the following stresses help the body to develop and maintain a functional level of strength except: A. Gravity. B. Weight-bearing. C. Therapeutic exercise. D. Bed rest.

d

To effectively manage soft tissue lesions during the subacute stage of tissue healing, the role of the therapist is critical. Objective of treatment during the moderate protection/controlled motion phase of rehab should be to: A)Control pain/inflammation B)Encourage pt to permanently stop doing the activity C)Maintain PROM D)Introduce and progress stretching to increase mobility and alignment of newly formed scar tissue

d

Treatment plan for a pt rehabilitating from a anterior shoulder dislocation includes progressive resistive exercises. Which muscle groups should initially be emphasized? A)Abd,ER B)Add,ER C)Abd,IR D)Add,IR

d

What is the best method for determining progression of exercise during subacute stage of healing? A)Inrease ROM 10 degrees each session B)Increase strength training by 1lb each session C)Increase endurance by 3 reps each session D)Let pt response guide progression

d

Which of the following PROM exercises provides the most flexion of the lumbar spine? A. Single knee to chest B. Posterior pelvic tilt with the patient lying supine with hips/knees at 45°/90° C. Posterior pelvic tilt with patient lying supine D. Double knees to chest

d

Which of the following best defines muscle strength? A. Ability of muscle to contract repeatedly against a load B. Work produced by a muscle per unit of time C. Produce or control forces imposed during functional activities D. Force generated during a single maximum effort

d

Which of the following best describes ROM exercises? A. Functional excursion of a muscle B. Passive or active stretching exercise beyond the available range of movement C. Active muscle insufficiency D. Passive, assisted, or active movement of a body segment through the available range of motion

d

Which of the following example represents an increased volume of exercise or increased progression? A)Keep weight and sets the same but increase reps B)Keep weight, reps, and sets same but increase frequency C)Keep weight, reps, sets same but decrease rest between D)All of these represent an increase in the volume of intensity

d

Which of the following in the primary instructionthat should be included when strengthening a person with potential heart problem? A)Always begin with submaximal isometrics and progress to eccentric contractions B)Avoid overhead motions C)Avoid DOMS by avoiding eccentric contractions D)Don't hold breath

d

Which of the following is true regarding closed-chain exercise? A. It is less effective for developing co-activation of muscle groups and dynamic stability than open-chain training. B. Muscles develop strength more quickly than with open-chain exercise. C. It is a better choice than open-chain exercise to isolate and train weak muscle groups. D. Against similar exercise loads, it causes lower levels of shear in the joint than open-chain

d

pt attending Pt for right rotator cuff strain which occured while working 2 weeks ago. POC indicated to begin with isometric exercises for the rotator cuff muscles. The advantage of isometric exercises would be? A)strengthening would be limited to the joint position of the exercise B)Greater work performed C)Increased muscle action to increase swelling and decrease circulation D)Low risk of joint irritation

d

pt with hemiplegia ambulates with a AFO. PTA notes the pt's involved foot frequently drags during the initial swing phase of gait. To treat this problem the PTA should emphasize: A)Eccentric strengthening of hamstrings B)Eccentric strengthening of glute med C)Concentric strengthening of plantarflexors D)Concentric strengthening of iliopsoas/rectus femoris

d

pt with right rotator cuff strain occured 2 weeks ago. POC indicated to begin with isometric exercises for the rotator cuff muscles. The advantages of isometric exercises would be: A)Strengthening would be limited to the joint position of the exercise B)Greater work would be performed C)Increased muscle action to increase swelling and decrease circulation D)Low risk of joint irritation

d


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