Physical Therapy Practice Quiz

Instructions: Answer the following questions to test your knowledge of physical therapy concepts and
principles. Choose the best answer for each question.

1. What does ROM stand for in physical therapy?

a) Range of Movement

b) Return of Movement

c) Range of Motion

d) Restoration of Movement

2. Which of the following is NOT a common treatment modality used in physical therapy?

a) TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)

b) MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)

c) Ultrasound therapy

d) Heat therapy

3. What is the primary goal of therapeutic exercise in physical therapy?

a) To decrease strength

b) To improve flexibility and range of motion

c) To worsen pain

d) To promote sedentary lifestyle

4. What does the acronym PT stand for in the context of healthcare?

a) Personal Trainer

b) Physical Therapist

c) Post-Traumatic

d) Physiotherapy
5. Which of the following is NOT a typical condition treated by physical therapists?

a) Hypertension

b) Sprained ankle

c) Lower back pain

d) Stroke rehabilitation

6. What is the purpose of gait training in physical therapy?

a) To improve balance and coordination while walking

b) To promote sitting posture

c) To increase the risk of falls

d) To decrease mobility and independence

7. Which of the following is a common technique used in manual therapy?

a) Electrical stimulation

b) Ice packs

c) Soft tissue mobilization

d) Treadmill training

8. What is proprioception in the context of physical therapy?

a) Awareness of one's body position and movement

b) A type of exercise involving stretching

c) A surgical procedure for joint replacement

d) An imaging technique used to diagnose injuries

9. Which of the following is a key component of a physical therapy evaluation?

a) Blood pressure measurement

b) Analysis of dietary habits

c) Assessment of range of motion

d) Vision screening
10. What is the purpose of the RICE protocol in injury management?

a) To decrease inflammation and pain

b) To increase blood flow to the injured area

c) To promote rest and relaxation

d) To enhance muscle strength and endurance

Answers:

1. c) Range of Motion

2. b) MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)

3. b) To improve flexibility and range of motion

4. b) Physical Therapist

5. a) Hypertension

6. a) To improve balance and coordination while walking

7. c) Soft tissue mobilization

8. a) Awareness of one's body position and movement

9. c) Assessment of range of motion

10. a) To decrease inflammation and pain