Deck 7: Thigh, Hip, and Pelvis

Question 1

Prevent distal migration of the thigh compression wrap with all of the following methods EXCEPT:

A) applying adherent tape spray over the area
B) placing tape anchors directly to the skin.
C) applying longitudinal tape strips over the area.
D) using wider width elastic or self-adherent wrap.

Answer 1

using wider width elastic or self-adherent wrap.

Question 2

A softball outfielder suffers a first-degree iliopsoas strain. What wrapping technique is appropriate to provide support?

A) Adductor strain
B) Hip flexor strain
C) Hamstrings strain
D) Hip pointer

Answer 2

Hip flexor strain

Question 3

Following application of the adductor strain wrapping technique, the involved leg should be pulled in what direction?

A) Internal rotation
B) External rotation
C) Flexion
D) Extension

Answer 3

Internal rotation

Question 4

A football running back sustains a mild quadriceps contusion during practice. After an evaluation, he is allowed to return to practice. Which of the following techniques would provide the most effective protection?

A) Off-the-shelf universal fit thigh pad
B) Quadriceps strain wrap technique
C) Off-the-shelf individual fit thigh pad
D) Custom-made soft, low-density foam pad

Question 5

When applying the adductor strain wrapping technique, position the involved leg in:

A) external rotation with slight knee flexion.
B) internal rotation with slight knee flexion.
C) neutral position with slight knee flexion.
D) neutral position with 90 degrees of knee flexion.

Question 6

According to most studies, how long should a quadriceps contusion be protected with padding upon a return to athletic activity?

A) 2-6 weeks
B) 3-7 weeks
C) 3-6 months
D) Throughout the remainder of the current season

Question 7

Thigh, hip, and pelvis combination braces are indicated for use with all of the following injuries EXCEPT:

A) iliac crest contusion.
B) hamstrings strain.
C) adductor strain.
D) osteitis pubis.

Question 8

Based on the available evidence, neoprene thigh sleeves:

A) may enhance agility and sprint performance.
B) decrease quadriceps and hamstrings muscle function.
C) have no effect on strength and performance outcomes.
D) may prevent tissue cooling following exercise.

Question 9

What type of orthotic is appropriate for the treatment of greater trochanteric bursitis in an athlete with an increased Q angle?

A) Soft
B) Semirigid
C) Metatarsal bar
D) Foam or felt heel lift

Question 10

A contusion to the iliac crest is referred to as:

A) a charley horse.
B) heterotopic ossification.
C) a hip pointer.
D) osteitis pubis.

Question 11

All of the following techniques are effective in anchoring protective padding to the thigh, hip, or pelvis EXCEPT:

A) circular thigh.
B) quadriceps wrap.
C) hip pointer wrap.
D) compression wrap.

Question 12

What is the recommended elastic wrap to control moderate to severe swelling as a result of a second-degree thigh contusion?

A) 3 inch width by 5 yard length
B) 4 inch width by 5 yard length
C) 6 inch width by 5 yard length
D) 4 inch or 6 inch width by 10 yard length

Question 13

Elastic wraps should be applied in a lateral-to-medial direction for all of the following injuries EXCEPT:

A) medial hamstrings strain.
B) lateral hamstrings strain.
C) adductor strain.
D) quadriceps strain.

Question 14

Which NCAA and NFHS sport or sports require mandatory padding of the thigh, hip, and pelvis?

A) Men's lacrosse
B) Football and girls' lacrosse (goalkeeper)
C) Soccer
D) Softball and football

Question 15

Custom-made and off-the-shelf padding techniques are commonly used to treat:

A) heterotopic ossification.
B) hamstrings strain.
C) osteitis pubis.
D) iliopsoas strain.

Question 16

Strains are more common in the:

A) hamstrings.
B) quadriceps.
C) iliopsoas.
D) adductors.

Question 17

All of the following can result in greater trochanteric bursitis EXCEPT:

A) decreased Q angle.
B) leg-length discrepancy.
C) running on banked surfaces.
D) direct force to the trochanteric bursa.

Question 18

Overall, the evidence for the use of neoprene shorts and thigh, hip, and pelvis combination braces:

A) is inconclusive on the effects of functional performance.
B) provides support for their use to lessen injury.
C) provides support for their use to increase functional performance.
D) demonstrates no effects on functional performance.

Question 19

Which of the following techniques may provide mild support in the treatment of osteitis pubis?

A) Hip flexor strain wrap
B) Adductor strain wrap
C) Neoprene sleeve
D) Neoprene shorts

Question 20

Construction of a hard, high-density custom-made pad requires all of the following materials EXCEPT:

A) cast tape.
B) foam or felt.
C) heating source.
D) elastic wrap.

Question 21

What is the common term for a thigh contusion?

A) Charley horse
B) Heterotopic ossification
C) Hip pointer
D) Osteitis pubis

Question 22

Muscle strain to the quadriceps, hamstrings, adductor, gluteal, and iliopsoas often occurs from all but which of the following?

A) Rapid stretch
B) Concentric overload
C) Change in direction
D) Muscular imbalance

Question 23

The circular thigh technique should be applied with the patient in what position?

A) Standing with the majority of weight on the involved leg
B) Standing with the involved leg internally rotated slightly
C) Standing with the involved leg externally rotated slightly
D) Standing with the involved leg slightly flexed

Question 24

Where should the hamstrings strain wrap begin when treating a medial hamstrings strain?

A) Distal, posterior medial thigh
B) Proximal, posterior medial thigh
C) Distal, anterior medial thigh
D) Proximal, anterior medial thigh

Question 25

What size wrap is recommended for use in the hip pointer wrap?

A) 3 inch width by 5 yard length
B) 4 inch or 6 inch width by 5 yard length
C) 3 inch width by 10 yard length
D) 4 inch or 6 inch width by 10 yard length