Introduction to Physiotherapy – MCQs

1. What is the primary focus of physiotherapy?
(A) Treating diseases with medicines
(B) Improving movement and function
(C) Performing surgeries
(D) Prescribing drugs

2. Who is considered the founder of modern physiotherapy?
(A) Hippocrates
(B) Per Henrik Ling
(C) Aristotle
(D) Galen

3. Which of the following is a core principle of physiotherapy?
(A) Medication therapy
(B) Exercise and rehabilitation
(C) Chemotherapy
(D) Radiation therapy

4. What does the term “kinesiology” refer to?
(A) Study of nerves
(B) Study of blood circulation
(C) Study of human movement
(D) Study of diseases

5. Which technique is commonly used in physiotherapy for muscle strengthening?
(A) Ultrasound
(B) Cryotherapy
(C) Resistance exercises
(D) Hydrotherapy

6. What does electrotherapy involve?
(A) Use of sound waves
(B) Use of water
(C) Use of electric currents for treatment
(D) Use of manual massage

7. Which of the following is NOT a branch of physiotherapy?
(A) Orthopedic physiotherapy
(B) Neurological physiotherapy
(C) Pediatric physiotherapy
(D) Cardiology surgery

8. What is the purpose of hydrotherapy?
(A) Using heat for treatment
(B) Using water for rehabilitation
(C) Using electricity for pain relief
(D) Using sound waves for diagnosis

9. Which condition is commonly treated with physiotherapy?
(A) Hypertension
(B) Diabetes
(C) Stroke rehabilitation
(D) Appendicitis

10. What is the role of physiotherapy in sports?
(A) Enhancing performance and injury prevention
(B) Replacing coaches
(C) Providing nutrition plans
(D) Conducting doping tests

11. Which device is used in physiotherapy for walking training?
(A) MRI machine
(B) ECG machine
(C) Parallel bars
(D) X-ray machine

12. Gait training is an important part of physiotherapy for patients with:
(A) Respiratory infections
(B) Walking difficulties
(C) Eye problems
(D) Skin diseases

13. What does “manual therapy” involve?
(A) Use of machines only
(B) Hands-on techniques like mobilization and massage
(C) Only exercise prescription
(D) Only surgical techniques

14. Which area of physiotherapy deals with children’s developmental issues?
(A) Neurological physiotherapy
(B) Pediatric physiotherapy
(C) Cardiovascular physiotherapy
(D) Geriatric physiotherapy

15. Which physiotherapy technique uses sound waves for deep tissue healing?
(A) TENS
(B) Ultrasound therapy
(C) Cryotherapy
(D) Hydrotherapy

16. What is the main role of physiotherapy in intensive care units?
(A) Assisting with breathing exercises and mobility
(B) Prescribing medications
(C) Performing surgeries
(D) Monitoring anesthesia

17. Which of the following is used for pain management in physiotherapy?
(A) TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)
(B) Antibiotics
(C) Vaccination
(D) Surgery

18. Which branch of physiotherapy focuses on elderly patients?
(A) Pediatric physiotherapy
(B) Geriatric physiotherapy
(C) Neurological physiotherapy
(D) Orthopedic physiotherapy

19. What does pulmonary physiotherapy focus on?
(A) Heart problems
(B) Lung rehabilitation and breathing exercises
(C) Joint pain
(D) Kidney issues

20. What is proprioception?
(A) Awareness of body position and movement
(B) Awareness of sound
(C) Awareness of light
(D) Awareness of taste

21. Which exercise is commonly used after knee replacement surgery?
(A) Breathing exercise
(B) Quadriceps strengthening exercise
(C) Handgrip exercise
(D) Neck stretches

22. Which condition often requires chest physiotherapy?
(A) Fractures
(B) Pneumonia
(C) Migraine
(D) Arthritis

23. Which of the following is NOT a physiotherapy modality?
(A) Heat therapy
(B) Ultrasound therapy
(C) Electrotherapy
(D) Chemotherapy

24. Who regulates the practice of physiotherapy in most countries?
(A) Physiotherapy councils or associations
(B) Pharmacists
(C) Surgeons
(D) Nurses

25. Which muscle group is most targeted in low back pain rehabilitation?
(A) Abdominal and core muscles
(B) Neck muscles
(C) Finger muscles
(D) Facial muscles

26. What is the main goal of rehabilitation in physiotherapy?
(A) Restoring maximum function and independence
(B) Performing surgeries
(C) Prescribing drugs
(D) Conducting diagnostic tests

27. What is the role of ergonomics in physiotherapy?
(A) Designing workplace setups to prevent injuries
(B) Prescribing drugs
(C) Performing radiology tests
(D) Conducting surgeries

28. Which of the following is an assistive device used in physiotherapy?
(A) Wheelchair
(B) Antibiotic
(C) MRI machine
(D) Vaccine

29. Cryotherapy involves the use of:
(A) Heat
(B) Cold
(C) Sound
(D) Electricity

30. Which of the following conditions often requires balance training?
(A) Ear infections
(B) Stroke
(C) Appendicitis
(D) Gastritis

31. Which branch of physiotherapy deals with post-fracture rehabilitation?
(A) Orthopedic physiotherapy
(B) Pediatric physiotherapy
(C) Neurological physiotherapy
(D) Pulmonary physiotherapy

32. What does the abbreviation ROM stand for in physiotherapy?
(A) Rest of Muscles
(B) Range of Motion
(C) Rehabilitation of Muscles
(D) Rate of Movement

33. Which therapy is useful for muscle relaxation?
(A) Heat therapy
(B) Chemotherapy
(C) Radiotherapy
(D) Surgery

34. What is the primary purpose of stretching exercises?
(A) Increasing flexibility and reducing stiffness
(B) Reducing body fat
(C) Increasing blood sugar
(D) Building immunity

35. Which system of the body is most targeted by neurological physiotherapy?
(A) Digestive system
(B) Nervous system
(C) Respiratory system
(D) Circulatory system

36. Which condition requires pelvic floor physiotherapy?
(A) Urinary incontinence
(B) Migraine
(C) Asthma
(D) Arthritis

37. Which of the following is a common warm-up activity in physiotherapy?
(A) Light aerobic exercise
(B) Chemotherapy
(C) Radiation
(D) Surgery

38. Which term refers to difficulty in walking?
(A) Dysphagia
(B) Dyspnea
(C) Ataxia
(D) Aphasia

39. Which test is commonly used for balance assessment?
(A) Romberg test
(B) Blood test
(C) X-ray
(D) MRI

40. What does musculoskeletal physiotherapy mainly address?
(A) Joints, bones, and muscles problems
(B) Eye diseases
(C) Skin conditions
(D) Dental issues

41. What is the purpose of strengthening exercises?
(A) Increase muscle power and endurance
(B) Improve digestion
(C) Improve hearing
(D) Reduce eyesight problems

42. Which physiotherapy method uses hot packs?
(A) Thermotherapy
(B) Cryotherapy
(C) Electrotherapy
(D) Hydrotherapy

43. Which exercise is recommended for improving posture?
(A) Core stability exercises
(B) Handgrip exercises
(C) Eye exercises
(D) Tongue exercises

44. Which is the first step in physiotherapy assessment?
(A) Surgery
(B) Patient history taking
(C) Prescribing medicines
(D) Laboratory tests

45. Which of the following is a cardiovascular physiotherapy intervention?
(A) Breathing and endurance exercises
(B) Vaccination
(C) Chemotherapy
(D) Surgery

46. Which type of exercise improves joint mobility?
(A) Range of motion exercises
(B) Eye exercises
(C) Breathing exercises
(D) Handgrip exercises

47. Which of the following is NOT an aim of physiotherapy?
(A) Pain relief
(B) Improve mobility
(C) Perform surgeries
(D) Prevent disability

48. Which exercise is useful for spinal flexibility?
(A) Cat-camel exercise
(B) Handgrip exercise
(C) Ankle pump exercise
(D) Eye rotation exercise

49. Which condition requires physiotherapy chest percussion techniques?
(A) Asthma and bronchitis
(B) Diabetes
(C) Migraine
(D) Arthritis

50. Which of the following best describes physiotherapy?
(A) Drug-based treatment
(B) Surgery-based treatment
(C) Movement and physical techniques to restore health
(D) Radiology-based treatment