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

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: September 28, 2024

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

 

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