22_MSK Assessments

What happens to an EMG signal as a muscle starts to fatigue?

• decreases

• increases

• decreases then increases

• increases then decreases

What type of contraction has the lowest force producing capabilities?

• eccentric

• isometric

• concentric

• all are equal

What type of muscle contraction occurs during the downward portion of a bench press?

• eccentric

• isometric

• concentric

• isokinetic

What type of equipment is typically used to check for torn ligaments?

• DEXA

• MRI

• MRS

• CT

_____________ is a bone disease characterized by low bone mineral density.

• osteoarthritis

• osteoporosis

• cerebral palsy

• cystic fibrosis