Deck 6: Knee

Question 1

The four orientation components of a static and dynamic patellar evaluation used with the McConnell taping technique are:

A) glide, rotation, shift, and lateral-to-medial.
B) glide, tilt, anteroposterior, and superior.
C) glide, rotation, tilt, and anteroposterior.
D) glide, tilt, mediolateral, and anteroposterior.

Answer 1

glide, rotation, tilt, and anteroposterior.

Question 2

The available evidence examining the effects of the McConnell taping technique in the treatment of patellofemoral pain has produced:

A) minimal support for lessening levels of pain.
B) strong support for lessening levels of pain.
C) no support for lessening levels of pain.
D) unclear findings.

Answer 2

unclear findings.

Question 3

The patellar tendon strap taping and bracing techniques should be positioned:

A) just inferior to the tibial tubercle.
B) between the inferior pole of the patella and the tibial tubercle.
C) directly over the tibial tubercle.
D) between the prepatellar and infrapatellar bursae.

Answer 3

between the inferior pole of the patella and the tibial tubercle.

Question 4

In collision and contact sports, prophylactic knee braces are commonly used to prevent injury to the:

A) anterior cruciate ligament.
B) posterior cruciate ligament.
C) medial collateral ligament.
D) lateral collateral ligament.

Question 5

Which of the following knee braces best controls anterior tibial translation and rotary stress?

A) Functional
B) Rehabilitative
C) Neoprene sleeve with buttress
D) Neoprene sleeve with hinged bars

Question 6

All of the following techniques can be used to limit range of motion of the knee EXCEPT:

A) functional brace.
B) hyperextension taping.
C) soft orthotics.
D) neoprene sleeve with hinged bar brace.

Question 7

The neoprene sleeve with buttress bracing technique is typically used with all of the following injuries and conditions EXCEPT:

A) patellar subluxation.
B) chondromalacia.
C) Osgood-Schlatter disease.
D) pes anserinus bursitis.

Question 8

Currently, the research examining the effectiveness of prophylactic bracing in preventing or reducing knee injuries:

A) supports their use.
B) does not support their use.
C) is limited and inconclusive.
D) is unavailable.

Question 9

What padding technique can be used in combination with a compression wrap to provide additional compression over the anterior knee and patella?

A) Compression wrap pad
B) Donut pad
C) Off-the-shelf pad
D) Horseshoe pad

Question 10

The rehabilitative postsurgical brace can provide all of the following EXCEPT:

A) protected knee flexion and extension.
B) immobilization.
C) mild to moderate support.
D) prevention of multidirectional injurious forces.

Question 11

Contributing factors in the development of patellofemoral pain include all of the following EXCEPT:

A) pronation of the foot.
B) inflexibility of posterior leg musculature and lateral retinaculum.
C) violent twisting, cutting, or rotational movements.
D) weakness of the medial quadriceps and hip adductors.

Question 12

Overall, the evidence has shown that neoprene knee sleeves:

A) increase the risk of meniscal tears.
B) may improve knee proprioception.
C) negatively affect functional performance outcomes.
D) do not lessen knee swelling and pain.

Question 13

Which bursa may become inflamed as a result of repetitive friction of the patellar tendon?

A) Prepatellar
B) Deep infrapatellar
C) Pes anserinus
D) Semimembranosus

Question 14

To correct a positive lateral glide of the patella with the McConnell taping technique, apply the strip of rigid non-elastic tape in what direction?

A) Medial-to-lateral
B) Lateral-to-medial
C) Superior-to-inferior
D) Inferior-to-superior

Question 15

Patellar tendinitis could be caused by which of the following mechanisms?

A) Chronic compression from kneeling
B) Repetitive jumping or running
C) Valgus stress at the knee
D) Twisting movements

Question 16

Iliotibial band friction syndrome is commonly associated with:

A) genu varus.
B) genu valgus.
C) excessive foot supination.
D) meniscal injuries.

Question 17

A neoprene sleeve with a "U"-shaped fixed buttress is typically used to limit which patellar movement?

A) Inferior
B) Superior
C) Medial
D) Lateral

Question 18

Repetitive jumping, running, or kicking may result in all of the following conditions EXCEPT:

A) Osgood-Schlatter disease.
B) patellar tendinitis.
C) Sinding-Larsen Johansson disease.
D) patella alta.

Question 19

According to NCAA and NFHS, which sport is not required to use protective padding for the knee during practices and competitions?

A) Field hockey (goalkeeper)
B) Lacrosse
C) Ice hockey
D) Football

Question 20

According to the evidence, the use of rehabilitative braces following ACL reconstruction:

A) improves long-term clinical and functional outcomes.
B) may increase postsurgical complications.
C) is not recommended.
D) warrants further investigation.

Question 21

Inflammation of what bursa results in a Baker's cyst?

A) Prepatellar bursa
B) Infrapatellar bursa
C) Per anserinus bursa
D) Semimembranosus bursa

Question 22

Which statement describes the evidence for the use of functional knee braces for ACL-deficient and post-ACL reconstruction patients?

A) The evidence supports their use to lessen the incidence of injury.
B) The evidence is insufficient to determine their effectiveness.
C) The evidence is limited.
D) The evidence demonstrates no differences between brace use and no brace.

Question 23

What type of pad can be applied in conjunction with the foot, ankle, lower leg, and knee compression wrap to add additional compression and increase venous return?

A) ½ inch closed-cell foam
B) ½ inch open-cell foam
C) 1 inch closed-cell foam
D) 1 inch open-cell foam

Question 24

Based on the evidence, patellar tendon strap braces used in the treatment of patellar tendinopathy:

A) reduce levels of pain.
B) increase levels of pain.
C) decrease quadriceps function.
D) influence patellar tracking.

Question 25

What technique is used to reduce stress when treating an infrapatellar fat pad contusion?

A) McConnell taping
B) Compression wrap pad
C) Patellar tendon strap
D) Heel lift