Quiz on Mechanical Low Back Pain (Part I)

What is the general term that refers to any type of back pain caused by placing abnormal stress and strain on muscles of the vertebral column?

• Malingering

• Infection

• Mechanical pain

• Psychogenic pain

Which of the following is NOT a common level for herniated disc?

• L2 - L3

• L1 - L2

• L5 - S1

• L4 - L5

What is the term used when there is any change in the shape of the annulus that causes it to bulge beyond its normal perimeter?

• Protrusion

• Prolapse

• Extrusion

• Sequestration

What age group is most susceptible to symptomatic disc injuries?

• 45-60 years

• 30-45 years

• 20-30 years

• 10-20 years

Which type of disc herniation may cause loss of bladder control and saddle anesthesia?

• Anterior disc herniation

• Central disc herniation

• Lateral disc herniation

• Posterior disc herniation

What is the term for the condition where the disc material has separated from the disc and moved away from the prolapsed area?

• Extrusion

• Prolapse

• Sequestration

• Protrusion

Which of the following activities should be avoided during the acute stage of a disc lesion?

• Passive extension

• Active back flexion

• Dynamic exercises

• Isometric activities

What is the term for the condition where there is a decrease in both water content and disc height, leading to the approximation of vertebral bodies?

• Disc Degeneration

• Disc Prolapse

• Disc Rupture

• Disc Extrusion

What is the term used when there is a large posterior protrusion causing loss of bladder control and saddle anesthesia?

• Central disc herniation

• Lateral disc herniation

• Posterior disc herniation

• Anterior disc herniation

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of lumbar disc herniation?

• Preference for sitting over standing

• Decrease in lumbar lordosis

• Neurological signs

• Lateral shifting of the spinal column