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The anterior cruciate ligament prevents:
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Posterior
movement of the femur on the tibia in weight-bearing
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Patellar dislocations usually occur when:
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The knee is
flexed and internally rotated
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Chondromalacia may be caused by:
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Abnormal patellar
tracking
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When
the patella dislocates, it occurs in a direction:
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Lateral
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Which of the following conditions is NOT considered a problem associated with the extensor mechanism?
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Osteochondritis
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After a first time patellar dislocation, the
athlete is commonly immobilized for a minimum of __________ weeks.
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Four
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24.
Which type of brace can be used for patellar tendinitis?
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Neoprene Sleeve
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The quadriceps muscles primary job is to:
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Extend the knee
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Which of the following structures have the
responsibility of cushioning the knee during impact activity?
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Menisci
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Which
of the following injuries would NOT
cause a joint effusion?
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Patellar
tendinitis
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Improper care of a thigh
contusion leading to incomplete absorption of the hematoma and producing a
formation similar to cartilage or bone is called:
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Myositis ossificans traumatica
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The most common site for a stress fracture in
the femur is the:
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Femoral neck
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Avascular necrosis of the femoral head seen in
children 3 to 12 years of age is called:
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Legg-Perthes disease
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An injury that results from a blow to an
inadequately protected iliac crest, producing transitory paralysis of the soft
tissue structures is known as a:
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Hip pointer
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Repeated stress on the pubic symphysis and
adjacent bony structures by the pull of muscles in the area causes:
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Osteitis pubis
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