Repetitive-Stress Injuries Quiz

By Sinovic, Dianna

November 18, 2020

Take the Repetitive Stress Injuries Test

Repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) can be painful and debilitating. They can cause damage to tendons, ligaments, nerves, and muscles over time. RSIs are also called repetitive motion syndromes. They can affect almost any part of the body. Common injuries are carpal tunnel syndrome, bursitis, tendonitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, ganglion cysts, and trigger finger. Test your knowledge of RSIs by taking this multiple-choice quiz.

1. Which of these activities can result in a repetitive stress injury?

A. Pitching a baseball B. Playing the violin C. Typing D. All of the above

2. What are the warning signs of RSI?

A. Feverish joint B. Loss of muscle strength C. Pain D. B and C

3. Which of these therapies have proved helpful in treating RSI?

A. Nutrition B. Biofeedback C. Electrical stimulation D. Psychotherapy

4. Which of these can be the most important way to prevent RSI in people who work at computer workstations?

A. Ergonomically correct desk B. Ergonomically correct chair C. Correct posture D. Wrist pads for the keyboard

5. For people who work with computers, which of these reduces the risk for RSI?

A. Taking short, frequent breaks B. Wrist pads C. Flat keyboards D. Not typing more than 3 hours without taking a break

6. How does exercise help ease RSI?

A. Improves muscle tone B. Reduces tension C. Increases oxygen supply D. A and B

Updated:

November 18, 2020

Sources:

Muscle Biofeedback at the Computer: A Manual to Prevent Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) by Taking the Guesswork Out of Assessment, Monitoring, and Training. Peper E. Biofeedback. 2006;35(2):69-70., Overview of overuse (chronic) tendinopathy. UpToDate.

Reviewed By:

Thomas N Joseph MD,Raymond Turley Jr PA-C,L Renee Watson MSN RN