Spine Disorders MCQs

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

What is the most common type of spinal deformity in adolescents?
A) Scoliosis
B) Kyphosis
C) Lordosis
D) Herniated disc
Answer: A) Scoliosis

At what age is idiopathic scoliosis typically diagnosed?
A) 1-2 years
B) 5-10 years
C) 10-15 years
D) 15-20 years
Answer: C) 10-15 years

Which of the following is a common symptom of a herniated disc?
A) Nausea
B) Pain radiating down the leg
C) Headaches
D) Weakness in the arms
Answer: B) Pain radiating down the leg

What imaging technique is most commonly used to diagnose spinal disorders?
A) X-ray
B) MRI
C) CT scan
D) Ultrasound
Answer: B) MRI

What is the primary treatment for mild scoliosis?
A) Surgery
B) Physical therapy
C) Observation
D) Medication
Answer: C) Observation

Which spinal disorder is characterized by an excessive forward curvature of the spine?
A) Scoliosis
B) Lordosis
C) Kyphosis
D) Spinal stenosis
Answer: C) Kyphosis

What is the term for the narrowing of the spinal canal?
A) Scoliosis
B) Spinal stenosis
C) Herniated disc
D) Disc degeneration
Answer: B) Spinal stenosis

What is a common cause of degenerative disc disease?
A) Genetic factors
B) Trauma
C) Aging
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above

Which symptom is often associated with spinal stenosis?
A) Tingling in the fingers
B) Numbness in the legs
C) Headaches
D) Eye strain
Answer: B) Numbness in the legs

What is the main goal of physical therapy for patients with spinal disorders?
A) To cure the disorder
B) To improve mobility and reduce pain
C) To strengthen bones
D) To prevent surgery
Answer: B) To improve mobility and reduce pain

What is a common non-surgical treatment option for herniated discs?
A) Corticosteroid injections
B) Spinal fusion
C) Physical therapy
D) A and C
Answer: D) A and C

What type of scoliosis involves a curve that is present at birth?
A) Idiopathic scoliosis
B) Congenital scoliosis
C) Neuromuscular scoliosis
D) Degenerative scoliosis
Answer: B) Congenital scoliosis

What is the primary goal of scoliosis surgery?
A) To relieve pain
B) To straighten the spine
C) To prevent further progression of the curve
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above

Which spinal condition can lead to pressure on the spinal cord and nerves?
A) Herniated disc
B) Scoliosis
C) Kyphosis
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above

What is the most common surgical procedure for scoliosis?
A) Spinal fusion
B) Laminectomy
C) Discectomy
D) Vertebroplasty
Answer: A) Spinal fusion

What is a common cause of kyphosis in older adults?
A) Osteoporosis
B) Arthritis
C) Muscle weakness
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above

Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated scoliosis?
A) Respiratory issues
B) Cardiac problems
C) Chronic pain
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above

What lifestyle change can help manage symptoms of spinal disorders?
A) Increased physical activity
B) Weight management
C) Smoking cessation
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above

Which condition is often associated with neurological symptoms due to compression of the spinal cord?
A) Scoliosis
B) Spinal stenosis
C) Herniated disc
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above

What is the term for a lateral curvature of the spine?
A) Kyphosis
B) Lordosis
C) Scoliosis
D) Spinal stenosis
Answer: C) Scoliosis

What is a common sign of lordosis?
A) Hunched back
B) Excessive inward curvature of the lower back
C) Sideways curvature of the spine
D) None of the above
Answer: B) Excessive inward curvature of the lower back

What type of brace is commonly used to treat scoliosis in adolescents?
A) Rigid brace
B) Soft brace
C) TLSO brace
D) Cervical collar
Answer: C) TLSO brace

Which demographic is most at risk for developing degenerative disc disease?
A) Children
B) Young adults
C) Middle-aged adults
D) Elderly
Answer: C) Middle-aged adults

What is the primary symptom of a herniated lumbar disc?
A) Neck pain
B) Low back pain with radiation down the leg
C) Shoulder pain
D) Difficulty walking
Answer: B) Low back pain with radiation down the leg

What is a common method to assess scoliosis in children?
A) Forward bending test
B) X-ray
C) MRI
D) Physical examination
Answer: A) Forward bending test

What is a potential risk factor for scoliosis?
A) Family history
B) Rapid growth spurts
C) Certain neuromuscular conditions
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above

What treatment option is typically reserved for severe cases of spinal stenosis?
A) Physical therapy
B) Epidural injections
C) Surgical decompression
D) Bracing
Answer: C) Surgical decompression

Which spinal condition is characterized by an abnormal increase in the thoracic spine curvature?
A) Scoliosis
B) Kyphosis
C) Lordosis
D) Spinal stenosis
Answer: B) Kyphosis

What is the most common form of scoliosis?
A) Congenital
B) Neuromuscular
C) Idiopathic
D) Degenerative
Answer: C) Idiopathic

What is the typical initial treatment for spinal stenosis?
A) Surgery
B) Physical therapy and medications
C) Injections
D) Observation
Answer: B) Physical therapy and medications

What is a characteristic symptom of cervical radiculopathy?
A) Pain in the lower back
B) Numbness and tingling in the arms
C) Difficulty walking
D) Muscle cramps in the legs
Answer: B) Numbness and tingling in the arms

What is the role of physical therapy in managing spine disorders?
A) To provide pain relief
B) To improve strength and flexibility
C) To enhance functional mobility
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above

Which of the following is NOT typically a treatment for herniated discs?
A) Physical therapy
B) Steroid injections
C) Bed rest for extended periods
D) Surgery
Answer: C) Bed rest for extended periods

What is a common reason for a spinal fusion surgery?
A) To relieve pain
B) To stabilize the spine
C) To correct deformities
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above

Which type of scoliosis is caused by a neuromuscular condition?
A) Idiopathic
B) Congenital
C) Degenerative
D) Neuromuscular
Answer: D) Neuromuscular

What should be avoided in patients with spinal stenosis?
A) Strengthening exercises
B) Prolonged sitting
C) Flexibility exercises
D) Physical therapy
Answer: B) Prolonged sitting

What is the main concern with rapid growth in adolescents regarding spinal disorders?
A) Increased risk of obesity
B) Increased risk of developing scoliosis
C) Increased risk of injury
D) None of the above
Answer: B) Increased risk of developing scoliosis

What is the primary focus of chiropractic treatment for spine disorders?
A) Medication management
B) Spinal manipulation and adjustment
C) Surgery
D) Physical therapy
Answer: B) Spinal manipulation and adjustment

Which spinal disorder often results in back pain that worsens with standing or walking?
A) Herniated disc
B) Scoliosis
C) Spinal stenosis
D) Lordosis
Answer: C) Spinal stenosis

What is a common non-surgical treatment for kyphosis in adolescents?
A) Brace therapy
B) Physical therapy
C) Pain management
D) A and B
Answer: D) A and B

What condition describes the condition of a slipped disc?
A) Scoliosis
B) Herniated disc
C) Kyphosis
D) Lordosis
Answer: B) Herniated disc

What type of therapy is effective in improving flexibility and strength for spinal conditions?
A) Massage therapy
B) Aquatic therapy
C) Physical therapy
D) A and C
Answer: D) A and C

 

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