Question 1

Which phase of the stretch-shortening cycle is characterized by muscle tendon unit shortening?

Accepted Answer

Concentric

Answer

Isometric

Answer

Eccentric

Answer

Amortization

Question 2

All are benefits of plyometric exercise EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Decrease Pain

Answer

Injury Prevention

Answer

Improve Proprioception

Answer

Improve Bone Mineral Density

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a contraindication for Plyometric training?

Accepted Answer

History of bone stress injury

Answer

Severe Joint Instability

Answer

Pain Greater than 2/10

Answer

Inflammation

Question 4

When should plyometrics be introduced?

Accepted Answer

When the patient is strong enough to handle those forces within tissue healing timeframes

Answer

When the protocol says that you can do them at 12 weeks post-op

Answer

When the patient says they want to play volleyball this weekend

Answer

When they have persistent neuromuscular deficits

Question 5

What is the key phase of plyometrics?

Accepted Answer

Amortization Phase

Answer

Preparation Phase

Answer

Concentric Phase

Answer

Eccentric Phase

Question 6

Which factor does NOT play into the intensity of a plyometric exercise?

Accepted Answer

History of Plyometric Training

Answer

Ground Reaction Forces

Answer

Single vs. Double Limb

Answer

Plane of the movement

Question 7

Plyometrics Bridges the Gap between ______ and ______

Accepted Answer

Strength Training and Performance

Answer

Hopping and Jumping

Answer

Step Ups and Skipping

Answer

Pain and Function

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