Overuse injuries MCQs(e.g., stress fractures)

Which of the following is an example of an overuse injury? a) ACL tear b) Stress fracture c) Dislocated shoulder d) Concussion Answer: b) Stress fracture What is the primary cause of overuse injuries? a) Direct trauma b) Repeated motion without proper recovery c) Inadequate footwear d) Lack of stretching before exercise Answer: b) Repeated motion without proper recovery Which bone is most commonly affected by stress fractures? a) Femur b) Tibia c) Radius d) Clavicle Answer: b) Tibia What is a common symptom of a stress fracture? a) Sudden, sharp pain b) Gradual onset of pain that worsens with activity c) Numbness and tingling d) Swelling and bruising immediately after injury Answer: b) Gradual onset of pain that worsens with activity Which of the following is a risk factor for developing stress fractures? a) Low-impact activities b) High-impact repetitive activities c) Drinking plenty of water d) Swimming Answer: b) High-impact repetitive activities What is a common treatment for overuse injuries? a) Surgery b) Rest and activity modification c) Immediate return to full activity d) Corticosteroid injections Answer: b) Rest and activity modification Which overuse injury is commonly seen in runners? a) Patellar tendinitis b) Meniscus tear c) ACL tear d) Hip fracture Answer: a) Patellar tendinitis What is the primary cause of tendinitis? a) Trauma b) Repetitive strain c) Nutritional deficiency d) Infection Answer: b) Repetitive strain What is the most common location for Achilles tendinitis? a) Near the heel b) Mid-calf c) Behind the knee d) In the foot arch Answer: a) Near the heel Which sport is most associated with rotator cuff tendinitis? a) Soccer b) Baseball c) Swimming d) Cycling Answer: b) Baseball Which of the following is a typical symptom of an overuse injury? a) Sudden intense pain b) Pain that develops gradually c) Immediate swelling d) Joint dislocation Answer: b) Pain that develops gradually Which injury is often referred to as “runner’s knee”? a) Stress fracture b) Patellofemoral pain syndrome c) Achilles tendinitis d) Groin strain Answer: b) Patellofemoral pain syndrome Which factor increases the risk of overuse injuries in athletes? a) Cross-training b) Sudden increase in training volume or intensity c) Stretching before exercise d) Adequate hydration Answer: b) Sudden increase in training volume or intensity What is the most common treatment for plantar fasciitis, an overuse injury in the foot? a) Surgery b) Rest and stretching c) Ice therapy d) Ankle support Answer: b) Rest and stretching Which overuse injury is associated with inflammation of the tissue that connects the heel to the toes? a) Achilles tendinitis b) Plantar fasciitis c) Stress fracture d) Hamstring strain Answer: b) Plantar fasciitis What is the primary method of preventing overuse injuries? a) Limiting exercise b) Gradually increasing exercise intensity c) Wearing thick shoes d) Avoiding stretching Answer: b) Gradually increasing exercise intensity Which condition is characterized by pain and tenderness in the front of the lower leg, commonly seen in runners? a) Achilles tendinitis b) Patellar tendinitis c) Shin splints d) Stress fracture Answer: c) Shin splints Which muscle group is commonly affected by overuse injuries in cyclists? a) Quadriceps b) Hamstrings c) Calf muscles d) Triceps Answer: a) Quadriceps What is a common cause of swimmer’s shoulder? a) Overuse of the rotator cuff muscles b) Impact with another swimmer c) Poor pool conditions d) Incorrect breathing technique Answer: a) Overuse of the rotator cuff muscles Which overuse injury is most common in tennis players? a) Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) b) Golfer’s elbow c) Achilles tendinitis d) Hip fracture Answer: a) Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) Which part of the body is typically affected by golfer’s elbow? a) Outside of the elbow b) Inside of the elbow c) Shoulder joint d) Wrist Answer: b) Inside of the elbow Which overuse injury can be caused by improper form during weightlifting? a) Herniated disc b) ACL tear c) Plantar fasciitis d) Rotator cuff tendinitis Answer: d) Rotator cuff tendinitis What is the primary symptom of IT band syndrome, an overuse injury common in runners? a) Pain on the outer side of the knee b) Sharp pain in the calf c) Tingling in the foot d) Stiffness in the hip Answer: a) Pain on the outer side of the knee Which overuse injury is commonly seen in gymnasts? a) Patellar tendinitis b) Stress fractures in the wrist c) Shin splints d) Tennis elbow Answer: b) Stress fractures in the wrist What is the recommended treatment for shin splints? a) Rest and ice b) Surgery c) Corticosteroid injections d) Heat therapy Answer: a) Rest and ice Which of the following is a common overuse injury in basketball players? a) Stress fracture in the foot b) Shoulder dislocation c) ACL tear d) Ankle sprain Answer: a) Stress fracture in the foot Which activity is most likely to result in patellar tendinitis? a) Jumping and landing b) Walking c) Swimming d) Biking Answer: a) Jumping and landing Which overuse injury commonly affects the lower back in athletes? a) Herniated disc b) Tennis elbow c) Stress fracture d) Achilles tendinitis Answer: a) Herniated disc What is the best way to prevent overuse injuries in children? a) Limit activity to one sport year-round b) Vary sports and activities to reduce repetitive stress c) Increase intensity early on d) Avoid stretching exercises Answer: b) Vary sports and activities to reduce repetitive stress What is the key sign of medial tibial stress syndrome (shin splints)? a) Pain along the inner edge of the shinbone b) Swelling around the knee c) Bruising on the ankle d) Numbness in the toes Answer: a) Pain along the inner edge of the shinbone What is a common cause of hip bursitis, an overuse injury? a) Repetitive motion such as running or cycling b) Direct blow to the hip c) Twisting the hip during activity d) Falling on the hip Answer: a) Repetitive motion such as running or cycling Which of the following is a long-term consequence of untreated overuse injuries? a) Chronic pain and inflammation b) Improved strength and endurance c) Greater flexibility d) Faster recovery from future injuries Answer: a) Chronic pain and inflammation Which overuse injury is most associated with long-distance running? a) IT band syndrome b) Shoulder dislocation c) Tennis elbow d) Golfer’s elbow Answer: a) IT band syndrome Which factor contributes most to the development of Achilles tendinitis? a) Wearing flat shoes b) Repetitive jumping and running c) Low-impact exercises d) Swimming Answer: b) Repetitive jumping and running Which overuse injury is common in dancers? a) Stress fractures in the foot b) Patellar dislocation c) Tennis elbow d) IT band syndrome Answer: a) Stress fractures in the foot Which part of the body is most affected by swimmer’s shoulder? a) Rotator cuff muscles b) Elbow joint c) Lower back d) Knee ligaments Answer: a) Rotator cuff muscles What is a common early symptom of a stress fracture? a) Mild pain that improves with rest b) Severe pain during inactivity c) Numbness and tingling in the affected area d) Swelling immediately after injury Answer: a) Mild pain that improves with rest Which overuse injury is often seen in long jumpers? a) Patellar tendinitis b) Achilles rupture c) Stress fracture in the foot d) Groin strain Answer: a) Patellar tendinitis Which part of the body is most likely to develop IT band syndrome? a) Outer side of the knee b) Lower back c) Inner thigh d) Elbow Answer: a) Outer side of the knee What is the most common risk factor for developing an overuse injury? a) Training too frequently without proper rest b) Being sedentary c) Having a low body weight d) Drinking insufficient water Answer: a) Training too frequently without proper rest Which of the following overuse injuries can result from repetitive wrist motion? a) Carpal tunnel syndrome b) ACL tear c) Plantar fasciitis d) Hamstring strain Answer: a) Carpal tunnel syndrome Which condition can be caused by excessive kneeling? a) Bursitis b) ACL tear c) Achilles tendinitis d) IT band syndrome Answer: a) Bursitis Which sport is most commonly associated with stress fractures in the lumbar spine? a) Gymnastics b) Soccer c) Tennis d) Golf Answer: a) Gymnastics What is the common treatment for tennis elbow? a) Rest, ice, and physical therapy b) Surgery c) Corticosteroid injections d) Stretching and activity continuation Answer: a) Rest, ice, and physical therapy Which muscle group is typically involved in overuse injuries from running? a) Quadriceps b) Trapezius c) Biceps d) Deltoids Answer: a) Quadriceps

Overuse injuries MCQs(e.g., stress fractures)
By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: September 28, 2024

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