OCT 415 Week 5, 6 & 7

What is the primary cause of tennis elbow?

• • Excessive computer usage

• • Poor ergonomic workplace design

• • Overuse of the forearm muscles

• • Lack of vitamin D

What is the primary cause of trigger finger?

• • Excessive typing on a keyboard

• • Genetic factors

• • Lack of finger flexibility exercises

• • Inflammation of the tendon sheath

Which of the following diseases is caused by tendon entrapment?

• De' Quervain tenosynovitis

• Frozen shoulder

• Carpal tunnel syndrome

• Arthritis

Which nerve is compressed in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

• • Ulnar nerve

• Median nerve

• • Radial nerve

• • Brachial nerve

What are common causes of bursitis?

• • Lack of vitamin C

• • Trauma or injury, repetitive motion, or infection

• • Exposure to extreme temperatures

• • Overconsumption of caffeine

What is the most common cause of acute low back pain?

• • Herniated disc

• • Arthritis

• • Muscle strain or sprain

• • Osteoporosis

What is a common symptom associated with sciatica, a type of low back pain?

• • Neck stiffness

• • Shooting pain down the leg

• • Migraine headaches

• • Chest pain

What imaging technique is often used to diagnose structural issues causing low back pain?

• Electrocardiogram (ECG)

• • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

• • X-ray

• • Ultrasound

What is a potential complication of prolonged bed rest for low back pain?

• • Enhanced flexibility

• • Improved muscle strength

• • Reduced pain sensitivity

• Increased risk of blood clots and muscle atrophy

What role does proper ergonomics play in preventing low back pain?

• • Reduces strain on the spine and muscles

• • Increases the risk of injury

• • Causes muscle stiffness

• • Enhances pain perception