Lower Extremity

Question 1

Which muscle acts as a synergistic with piriformis during lateral rotation of the hip?

Answer 1

Sartorius

Question 2

Which of the quadriceps muscles originates on the anterior inferior iliac spine?

Answer 2

Rectus femoris

Question 3

What type of joint is the tibiofemoral joint?

Answer 3

Modified hinge

Question 4

Which arch is located on the inner edge of the foot and is very prominent in people who have high arches?

Answer 4

Medial longitudinal arch

Question 5

Which is the most medial hamstring muscle?

Answer 5

Semimembranosus

Question 6

Which muscle acts as a synergist with biceps femoris during flexion of the knee?

Answer 6

Gracilis

Question 7

What is the longest muscle in the body?

Answer 7

Sartorius

Question 8

What is the scientific name for the knee joint?

Answer 8

Tibiofemoral joint

Question 9

Which muscles are most likely tight and need lengthening in a client with lordosis?

Answer 9

Hip flexors

Question 10

Which condition is inflammation of the bursae?

Answer 10

Bursitis

Question 11

Which muscle originates on the transverse processes of the lumbar vertebrae?

Answer 11

Psoas major

Question 12

Which is a common origin of the hamstring muscles?

Answer 12

Ischial tuberosity

Question 13

Massage considerations for a client with osteoarthritis include:

Answer 13

Avoiding joints that are red or hot to the touch

Question 14

Which is a thickened fascial band located on the lateral thigh?

Answer 14

Iliotibial band

Question 15

Which is the insertion for the tensor fascia latae?

Answer 15

Iliotibial band

Question 16

What are the actions of the biceps femoris?

Answer 16

Hip extension and knee flexion

Question 17

Which muscle acts as an antagonist to psoas major during flexion of the hip?

Answer 17

Gluteus maximus

Question 18

Which of the following pathologies is chronic inflammation of the connective tissue on the bottom of the surface of the foot?

Answer 18

Plantar fasciitis

Question 19

A client with patellofemoral syndrome who has little to no local swelling may benefit most from:

Answer 19

Deep gliding, kneading, friction, and myofascial release on the affected quadriceps and hamstrings

Question 20

Which of the muscles adducts the femur and crosses both the hip and the knee?

Answer 20

Gracilis

Question 21

Which injury involves joint trauma that stretches or tears ligaments without bone displacement?

Answer 21

Sprain

Question 22

What are the bony markings located at the distal ends of the tibia and fibula?

Answer 22

Malleoli