Soft Tissue Conditions MCQs

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

What is the primary cause of tendinitis?
A. Repetitive motion
B. Genetic factors
C. Poor posture
D. High-impact trauma
Answer: A. Repetitive motion

Which of the following is a common symptom of bursitis?
A. Numbness
B. Swelling
C. Muscle weakness
D. Loss of appetite
Answer: B. Swelling

Which condition involves the inflammation of the fascia, typically in the foot?
A. Plantar fasciitis
B. Tendinitis
C. Carpal tunnel syndrome
D. Bursitis
Answer: A. Plantar fasciitis

What type of soft tissue injury occurs due to overstretching or tearing of muscles or tendons?
A. Strain
B. Sprain
C. Bursitis
D. Contusion
Answer: A. Strain

A sprain involves injury to which of the following structures?
A. Muscle
B. Tendon
C. Ligament
D. Bone
Answer: C. Ligament

Which diagnostic tool is most commonly used to evaluate soft tissue injuries?
A. X-ray
B. MRI
C. Ultrasound
D. CT scan
Answer: B. MRI

Which of the following is not a soft tissue condition?
A. Osteoarthritis
B. Tendinitis
C. Bursitis
D. Plantar fasciitis
Answer: A. Osteoarthritis

Which of these is a common treatment for soft tissue injuries?
A. Chemotherapy
B. Physical therapy
C. Radiation therapy
D. Dialysis
Answer: B. Physical therapy

Which condition is characterized by inflammation of a tendon?
A. Bursitis
B. Tendinitis
C. Strain
D. Sprain
Answer: B. Tendinitis

What is the primary cause of carpal tunnel syndrome?
A. Vitamin deficiency
B. Nerve compression
C. Tendon inflammation
D. Ligament tear
Answer: B. Nerve compression

Which soft tissue injury is commonly associated with sports activities?
A. Sprain
B. Arthritis
C. Osteoporosis
D. Carpal tunnel syndrome
Answer: A. Sprain

Which structure is primarily affected in a muscle strain?
A. Ligaments
B. Tendons
C. Nerves
D. Muscle fibers
Answer: D. Muscle fibers

Which type of injury commonly results from sudden twisting or wrenching of a joint?
A. Strain
B. Sprain
C. Fracture
D. Dislocation
Answer: B. Sprain

What is the best immediate treatment for a mild soft tissue injury?
A. Heat application
B. Rest and ice
C. Exercise
D. Surgery
Answer: B. Rest and ice

Which condition is commonly known as “tennis elbow”?
A. Medial epicondylitis
B. Lateral epicondylitis
C. Carpal tunnel syndrome
D. Plantar fasciitis
Answer: B. Lateral epicondylitis

What is the most common symptom of a contusion?
A. Bruising
B. Numbness
C. Inflammation
D. Deformity
Answer: A. Bruising

Which of the following best describes the RICE method for soft tissue injury management?
A. Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
B. Rehabilitation, Ice, Cortisone, Exercise
C. Rest, Incision, Cold, Elevation
D. Range of motion, Ice, Compression, Extension
Answer: A. Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

What is the primary difference between a sprain and a strain?
A. Sprain affects muscles; strain affects bones
B. Sprain involves ligaments; strain involves muscles or tendons
C. Sprain is a chronic injury; strain is acute
D. Sprain requires surgery; strain does not
Answer: B. Sprain involves ligaments; strain involves muscles or tendons

Which of the following conditions is caused by repetitive stress on the Achilles tendon?
A. Plantar fasciitis
B. Achilles tendinitis
C. Bursitis
D. Carpal tunnel syndrome
Answer: B. Achilles tendinitis

Which of these is not typically classified as a soft tissue condition?
A. Fracture
B. Tendinitis
C. Bursitis
D. Strain
Answer: A. Fracture

What is the main function of a bursa in the body?
A. To produce red blood cells
B. To provide lubrication and reduce friction between tissues
C. To store calcium
D. To regulate body temperature
Answer: B. To provide lubrication and reduce friction between tissues

Which soft tissue condition is characterized by the thickening of the plantar fascia tissue?
A. Tendinitis
B. Bursitis
C. Plantar fasciitis
D. Carpal tunnel syndrome
Answer: C. Plantar fasciitis

Which of the following best describes a contusion?
A. A tear in the muscle
B. A bruise caused by a direct blow
C. An overstretched tendon
D. A joint misalignment
Answer: B. A bruise caused by a direct blow

What is the common term for medial epicondylitis?
A. Golfer’s elbow
B. Tennis elbow
C. Carpal tunnel syndrome
D. Bursitis
Answer: A. Golfer’s elbow

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing tendinitis?
A. Sedentary lifestyle
B. Repetitive movements
C. Vitamin C deficiency
D. Lack of sleep
Answer: B. Repetitive movements

Which condition is characterized by the thickening and inflammation of tendons in the wrist?
A. Carpal tunnel syndrome
B. De Quervain’s tenosynovitis
C. Plantar fasciitis
D. Golfer’s elbow
Answer: B. De Quervain’s tenosynovitis

Which of the following structures are most commonly affected in a strain?
A. Ligaments
B. Bones
C. Muscles and tendons
D. Nerves
Answer: C. Muscles and tendons

What is the typical treatment for a Grade III ligament sprain?
A. Ice and rest
B. Surgery
C. Stretching exercises
D. Cortisone injections
Answer: B. Surgery

Which condition is caused by inflammation of the bursa, a fluid-filled sac?
A. Tendinitis
B. Bursitis
C. Carpal tunnel syndrome
D. Strain
Answer: B. Bursitis

What is the most effective treatment for chronic tendinitis?
A. Rest and anti-inflammatory medications
B. Surgery
C. Weight training
D. Heat application
Answer: A. Rest and anti-inflammatory medications

Which soft tissue injury is most commonly caused by overuse?
A. Sprain
B. Strain
C. Tendinitis
D. Fracture
Answer: C. Tendinitis

Which of the following is not a symptom of a soft tissue injury?
A. Bruising
B. Numbness
C. Swelling
D. Joint instability
Answer: B. Numbness

Which condition can develop from long-term repetitive motions, especially in sports?
A. Chronic tendinitis
B. Fracture
C. Dislocation
D. Osteoporosis
Answer: A. Chronic tendinitis

Which of the following conditions is commonly treated with a brace or splint?
A. Plantar fasciitis
B. Carpal tunnel syndrome
C. Sprain
D. Contusion
Answer: B. Carpal tunnel syndrome

Which of the following is a preventive measure for soft tissue injuries?
A. Skipping warm-up exercises
B. Strengthening muscles and joints
C. Ignoring mild pain during activity
D. Avoiding physical activity
Answer: B. Strengthening muscles and joints

What is the recommended action after a soft tissue injury to reduce swelling?
A. Apply heat
B. Apply ice
C. Start weight training
D. Use anti-seizure medications
Answer: B. Apply ice

Which term refers to the overstretching or tearing of ligaments?
A. Sprain
B. Strain
C. Fracture
D. Contusion
Answer: A. Sprain

Which type of soft tissue injury often results in discoloration and swelling?
A. Sprain
B. Contusion
C. Strain
D. Bursitis
Answer: B. Contusion

Which condition is a common overuse injury affecting the shoulder?
A. Rotator cuff tendinitis
B. Bursitis
C. Golfer’s elbow
D. Carpal tunnel syndrome
Answer: A. Rotator cuff tendinitis

Which type of soft tissue injury is most commonly associated with a fall or sudden impact?
A. Strain
B. Sprain
C. Contusion
D. Tendinitis
Answer: C. Contusion

What is the most common cause of soft tissue injuries in athletes?
A. Overuse and improper technique
B. Lack of nutrition
C. Sudden illnesses
D. Bone fractures
Answer: A. Overuse and improper technique

Which soft tissue condition typically affects the shoulder and hip joints?
A. Bursitis
B. Tendinitis
C. Plantar fasciitis
D. Carpal tunnel syndrome
Answer: A. Bursitis

Which of the following describes a Grade I muscle strain?
A. Minor tearing with minimal loss of function
B. Complete tear with total loss of function
C. Moderate tearing with limited movement
D. Bruising but no tearing
Answer: A. Minor tearing with minimal loss of function

Which of the following injuries is characterized by the overstretching of muscle fibers?
A. Strain
B. Fracture
C. Sprain
D. Dislocation
Answer: A. Strain

What is a common treatment option for bursitis?
A. Steroid injections
B. Bone realignment
C. Physical therapy
D. Antibiotics
Answer: A. Steroid injections