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NAT Anatomy of Pain Trigger Point Master Course for Exercise Professionals
Welcome to the Anatomy of Pain - Trigger Point Master Program. Program. This document contains information to help you complete the course and reflective learning exam and receive your NAT certification. A digital copy of your home h ome study course book, “The Concise Book of Trigger Points - 3rd Edition” by Simeon Niel-Asher, should have arrived by email as two pdf documents (Part 1 & Part 2) with this exam pack. If you ordered a hard copy of the book, it’s on its way to you and should be delivered within 7-10 business days.
Online Reflective Learning Exam
The reflective learning exam is completed online, however we have included the exam paper in this pack so that you have it to hand whilst you are studying. Once you are ready, the exam can be easily accessed by clicking on the following link or by copying and pasting it into your browser:
Anatomy of Pain Trigger Point Exam - NASM
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Frequently Asked Questions
To help you complete the course and gain your NAT Anatomy of Pain T Trigger rigger Point Master certification, here a are re some answers to frequently asked questions that we hope will help you! 1. Where do I star start? t?
We recommend you begin the course by reading the book, “The Concise Book of Trigger Trigg er Points - 3rd Editi Edition” on” and the attached reflective learning papers from beginning to end. This will give you an overview of the material material and an understanding of what is required from the reflective learning exams. Then read through each chapter at a slower pace, taking notes if that helps, so that you gain a deeper understanding of the course. course. You may need to to repeat this more than once in order to fully grasp the material. 2. Which chapters o off the cour course se are examined?
The reflective learning exam is divided into 7 parts and correspond to the chapters in the “Concise Book of Trigger Points - 3rd Edition” book as follows:
“Concise Book of Trigger Points - 3rd Edition” Chapter(s)
Reflective Learning Questions
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Theory
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Face, Head and Neck
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Trunk and Spine
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Forearm and Hand
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Hip and Thigh
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Leg and Foot
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NAT® Anatomy of Pain Trigger Point Master Course Reflective Learning Please check all answers that apply Theory: 1. At what week of foetal development are the ‘proto bones’, ligaments and muscles in place? (a) 5 (b) 7 (c) 9 (d) 12
2. Which one of these is NOT a characteristic of a T Trigger rigger Point? (a) Pain, ofen exquisite, is present at a discrete point (b) A nodule is embedded within a taut taut band in the muscle (c) Pressure reproduces reproduces the pain symptoms, symptoms, with radiations in a specific and reproducible distribution (map) – o fen remote from the pressure point (d) Pain in the distribution of a derm dermatome atome
3. Trigger Points make the host muscle shorter and fatter and reduce its mechanical eff iciency iciency (a) TRUE (b) FALSE
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4. Trigger Points may cause skin rashes (a) TRUE (b) FALSE
5. Trigger Points may cause facial paralysis (a) TRUE (b) FALSE
6. What is the ‘defining symptom symptom’’ when a trigger point is pressed? (a) Local Pain (b) Referred Pain Pain Map (c) Tingling (d) Loss of sensation sensation
7. What is the name of the main chemical that activates the electrical voltage across the ‘synaptic clef’ of the nerve synapse? (a) Acetylcholine (b) Noradrenaline (c) Nicotine (d) Sodium
8. What does the Latin word “Myo-“ mean? (a) Bone (b) Hair (c) Tooth (d) Muscle
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9. A multipennate muscle may have several trigger points at the same time? (a) TRUE (b) FALSE
10. Which of the following mechanisms put forward by Dommerholt for trigger point genesis is NOTpossible correct?mechanisms (a) Low-level muscle contractions (b) Uneven intramuscular pressure distribution (c) Direct trauma (d) Tendon under-loading (e) Unaccustomed eccentric contractions (f) Eccentric Eccentric contractions in unconditioned muscle (g) Maximal or submaximal concentric contractions
11. Which of the following chemicals was NOT NOT present in a trigger point milieu as analysed by Shah et al. (2003)? (a) Prostaglandins (b) Substance P (c) Cytokines (d) Bradykinin (BK) (e) Sodium Chloride (f) Hydrogen (H+) (g) Calcitonin gene-related gene-related peptide peptide (CGRP) (h) Tumor necrosis factor (TNF-!) (i) Interleukin Interleukinss IL-1 beta, IL-6, and IL-8 IL-8 Serotonin (j) Norepinephrine
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12. What does LTR LTR stand for? (a) Local Twitch Response (b) Loaded T-Cell T-Cell receptor (c) Laminated Thoracic Receptor (d) Local Terminal Terminal Receptor 13. Which of the following Autonomic Symptoms has NOT been found to be associated with trigger point activity? (a) Hypersaliv Hypersalivation—incre ation—increased ased saliva production (b) Epiphora—abnormal overflow of tears down the cheek (c) Conjunctivitis—reddening Conjunctivitis—reddening of the eyes eyes (d) Ptosis—drooping of the eyelids eyelids (e) Blurring of vision (f) Inability Inabilit y to alter heart rate with exercise (exercise intolerance) (g) Increased nasal secretion (h) Goose bumps
14. What is the name of the chemical released from nociceptors terminals in Peripheral sensitization? (a) Substance A (b) Substance B (c) Substance P (d) Substance Z
15. What is the name of the chemical that has been shown to increase sensitivity of receptors in the spinal cord during Central Sensitization? (a) Dopamine (b) Seratonin (c) N-Methyl-D-Aspirate (NMDA) (d) 5 Hydroxy-Triptamine (5HT)
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16. Which one of these tight muscles is NOT part of the upper crossed pattern (Janda 1996)? (a) Upper Trapezius (b) Levator Scapulae (c) Pectoralis (d) Serratus Anterior
17. Which one of these tight muscles is NOT part of the lower crossed pattern (Janda 1996)? (a) Erector Spinae (b) Psoas (c) Quadratus Lumborum
18. Which of the following postural structures commonly manifests trigger points? (a) Upper Trapezius (b) Levator Scapulae (c) Sternocleidomastoideus Sternocleidomastoideus (SCM), (d) Erector Spinae (e) musculo-ligamentous apparatus of the lumbar spine (f) Gluteus Medius (g) Gastrocnemius/soleus complex (h) All of the above
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19. Trigger points are described according to location, tenderness, and chronicity. Which one of the following is NOT a trigger point classification? (a) Central (b) Satellite (c) Attachment (d) Degenerative (e) Diff use use (f) Latent
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NAT® Anatomy of Pain Trigger Point Therapy Master Course Reflective Learning Please check all answers that apply Face, Head and Neck: 20. Which of the following muscles is NOT related to headaches? (a) Sternocleido Sternocleidomastoid mastoid (b) Lateral Pterygoid (c) Semispinalis capitis (d) Temporalis
21. Which of the following muscles is related to pain in the eye region? (a) Sternocleido Sternocleidomastoid mastoid (b) Digastricus (c) Orbicularis oculi (d) Splenius cervicis
22. Which of the following muscles is related to neck pain? (a) Sternocleido Sternocleidomastoid mastoid (b) Multifidus (c) Trapezius (d) Infraspinatus Infraspinatus
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23. What can cause trigger points to form in the occipitofrontalis muscle? (a) Frowning (b) Anxiety (c) Computer use (d) Wearing a tight hat or helmet 24. A complex and extremely important muscle, the orbicularis oculi is composed of how many parts? (a) One (b) Two (c) Three (d) Four
25. What syndrome can be related to pain in the orbicularis oculi muscle? (a) Marfan’s Syndrome (b) Iridocorneal endothelial Syndrome (c) Ptosis-Horner’s Ptosis-Horner’s Syndrome (d) Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
26. When is the masseter muscle most easily felt? (a) When the jaw is clenched (b) When the mouth is wide open (c) When the jaw is relaxed (d) When chewing sof foods
27. Trigger points in the masseter muscle cause referred pain patters in what areas? (a) Eyebrows (b) Jaw (c) Molar teeth (d) Neck
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28. What causes trigger points to form in the temporalis muscle? (a) Chewing gum (b) Tooth grinding/bruxism (c) Emotional tension (d) Nail biting 29. Bite plates may be used in order to help ease pain in which muscle? (a) Occipitofrontalis (b) Pterygoideus lateralis (c) Digastricus (d) Sternocleidomastoid Sternocleidomastoid
30. In what areas is the digastricus muscle located? (a) Chin area (b) Neck area (c) Nose area (d) Jaw area
31. Trigger points in the scalenus anterior, medius and posterior muscles cause pain patterns in what areas of the body? (a) Arms (b) Fingers (c) Chest (d) Shoulder
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32. What can cause pain in the scalenus anterior, medius, and posterior muscles? (a) Smoking (b) Pillow height (c) Anxiety (d) Chronic lung problems 33. The Sternocleidomastoid muscle is involved in which basic functional movement? (a) Frowning (b) Clenching jaw (c) Raising Eyebrows (d) Turning head to look over shoulder
34. Why do people ofen clench their jaw muscles? (a) Stress (b) Speech (c) Laughter (d) Tiredness
35. What are the main symptoms of Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ)?? (a) Facial pain (b) Popping sounds (c) Headaches (d) Decreased appetite
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36. What are the primary muscles associated with Temporomandibular Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ)? (a) Temporalis (b) Masseter (c) Sternocleidomastoid Sternocleidomastoid (d) Pterygoideus medialis
37. What are the secondary muscles associated with Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ)? (a) Temporalis (b) Masseter (c) Mylohyoid (d) Anterior digastricus
38. Symptoms of Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ) are rarely seen in which age group? (a) Under 20 (b) Under 30 (c) Under 40 (c) Under 50
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NAT® Anatomy of Pain Trigger Point Therapy Master Course Reflective Learning Please check all answers that apply Trunk and Spine:
39. Which muscles are involved in abdominal pain? (a) Diaphragm (b) External oblique (c) Rectus abdominis (d) Quadratus lumborum
40. Which muscles are involved in chest pain? (a) Diaphragm (b) External oblique (c) Latissimus dorsi (d) Transversus abdominis
41. Which muscles are involved in back pain? (a) Iliopsoas (b) Multifidus (c) Longissimus Thoracis (d) Iliocostalis Thoracis
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42. The erector spinae is comprised of how many sets of muscles organized in parallel columns? (a) Two (b) Three (c) Four (d) Five
43. What is the basic functional movement of the erector spinae? (a) Bending sideways, to pick up objects (b) Brings the back straight from flexion (c) Helps turn head back (d) Important during sneezing and coughing
44. The posterior cervical muscles are comprised of which muscles? (a) Longissimus capitis (b) Semispinalis cervicis (c) Erector Spinae (d) Semispinalis capitis
45. What can cause pain in the multifidus/rotatores muscles? (a) Poor posture (b) Depression (c) Poor glasses (d) Scoliosis
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46. What is the meaning of capitis in latin? (a) Neck (b) Spine (c) Head (d) Back 47. The splenius capitis and splenius cervicis are involved in the movement of which part of the body? (a) Shoulders (b) Back (c) Spine (d) Neck
48. Where is the origin of the external oblique muscle? (a) Upper 4 ribs (b) Lower 4 ribs (c) Lower 8 ribs (d) Upper 8 ribs
49. What is the major action of the transversus transversus abdominis? (a) Compresses abdomen (b) Helps rotate neck (c) Extension of vertebral column (d) Stabilizes pelvis when walking
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50. What are some of the symptoms related to trigger points in the transversus abdominis? (a) Groin pain (b) Testicular pain (c) Nausea (d) Bedwetting in children
51. In what areas of the body are trigger points formed in the rectus abdominis muscle? (a) Chest (b) Abdomen (c) Pelvis (d) Neck
52. What advice can be off ered ered regarding pain in the quadratus lumborum muscle? (a) Correct any leg length discrepancy (b) Change mattress (c) Refrain from any exercise (d) Strengthen abdominal core
53. What are some causes of trigger points in the Iliopsoas? (a) Pregnancy (b) Disc problems in lower back (c) Gardening (d) Sof mattress
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54. The diaphragm produces what percentage of our breathing capacity? (a) 40% (b) 50% (c) 60% (d) 70% 55. How many people are aff ected ected by lower back pain at least once in their lifetime? (a) 5 out of 10 (b) 7 out 10 (c) 9 out 10 (d) Everyone
56.. Chronic lower back pain is defined as pain that lasts more than: (a) 6 weeks (b) 4 months (c) 6 months (d) 1 year
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NAT® Anatomy of Pain Trigger Point Therapy Master Course Reflective Learning Please check all answers that apply Shoulder and Upper Arm: 57. Which muscles are involved in shoulder pain? (a) Triceps brachii (b) Biceps brachii (c) Latissimus dorsi (d) Supraspinatus Supraspinatus
58. Which muscles are involved in arm pain? (a) Scalenes (b) Infraspinatus Infraspinatus (c) Supraspinatus Supraspinatus (d) Anterior deltoid
59. What are some causes of trigger points in the trapezius muscle? muscle? (a) Telephone to ear (b) Scoliosis (c) Tennis (d) Playing musical instruments
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60. Where are referred pain patterns noticed for trigger points in the levator scapulae muscle? (a) Neck area (b) Shoulder area (c) Abdomen (d) Lower back
61. What is a major action of the levator scapulae muscle? (a) Depresses scapula (b) Helps extend flexed arm (c) Elevates scapula (d) Rotates shoulder joint
62. What are some indications of trigger points in the rhomboideus muscle? muscle? (a) Localized pain (b) Grinding/grating joints (c) Chest pain (d) Shoulder clicking or snapping
63. Where are referred pain patterns noticed for trigger points in the serratus anterior muscle? (a) Ribs 6 to 8 (b) First 3 ribs (c) Last 8 ribs (d) Chest
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64. What must be avoided when suff ering ering from trigger points and pain in the serratus anterior? (a) Typing (b) Stress (c) Cars with heavy steering (d) Too many push-ups and heavy bench pressing
65. Where are the referred pain patterns noticed for trigger points in the pectoralis muscle? (a) Abdomen (b) Arm (c) Shoulder (d) Chest
66. What is important when considering lifestyle changes for patients suff ering ering from pain and trigger points in the pectoralis major muscle? (a) Posture when sitting (b) Sleeping posture (c) Bra type (d) Pillow type
67. The deltoideus muscle is made up of how many parts? (a) One (b) Two (c) Three (d) Four
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68. What can cause trigger points in the supraspinatus muscle? (a) Carrying heavy objects (b) Carrying with arms above head (c) Sleeping positions with arm above head (d) Dog pulling on leash 69. What is an important action of the infraspinatus infraspinatus muscle? (a) Helps flex the humerus (b) Helps prevent dislocation of the shoulder joint (c) Extends flexed arm (d) Flexes elbow joint
70. Which of the following muscles is part of the rotator cuff ? (a) Teres minor (b) Supraspinatus Supraspinatus (c) Infraspinatus Infraspinatus (d) Subscapularis Subscapularis
71. What is an example of the basic functional movement of the subscapularis muscle? (a) Reaching above your head (b) Reaching down to your toes (c) Reaching to grab an object in front of you (d) Reaching into back pocket
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72. Which muscle is an antagonist of the biceps brachii? (a) Teres major (b) Triceps brachii (c) Subscapularis (d) Teres minor
73. Shoulder pain aff ects ects what percentage of the population? (a) 20% (b) 25% (c) 30% (d) 35%
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NAT® Anatomy of Pain Trigger Point Therapy Master Course Reflective Learning Please check all answers that apply Forearm and Hand: 74. Which muscles are involved in elbow/forearm pain? (a) Triceps brachii (b) Pectoralis major/minor (c) Opponens pollicis (d) Adductor pollicis
75. Which muscles are involved in wrist pain? (a) Opponens pollicis (b) Supinator (c) Flexor carpi ulnaris (d) Pronator teres
76. Which muscles are involved in thumb pain? (a) Brachioradialis (b) Wrist flexors flexors (c) Palmaris longus (d) Supraspinatus Supraspinatus
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77. Where are the referred pain patters for trigger points in the pronator teres? (a) Shoulder (b) Wrist (c) Forearm (d) Fingers 78. The plamaris longus muscle is absent in what percentage of the population? (a) 10 (b) 11 (c) 13 (d) 15
79. Which muscles comprise the wrist flexors? (a) Flexor carpi ulnaris (b) Flexor carpi radialis (c) Flexor digitorum superficialis (d) Flexor digitorum profundus
80. Which lifestyle changes must be considered for those su ff ering ering from trigger points and pain in the brachioradialis muscle? (a) Avoid prolonged standing and carrying objects (e.g. briefcase) (b) Change sleeping position (c) Take regular brakes when typing (d) Use wrist supports
81. Which muscles comprise the wrist extensors? (a) Extensor carpi radialis longus (b) Extensor carpi radialis brevis (c) Extensor carpi ulnaris (d) Flexor carpi radialis
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82. Which lifestyle changes are advised for people with trigger points in the extensor digitorum muscle? (a) Take regular breaks from typing (b) Change mouse every 6 months (c) Avoid stretching (d) Avoid sustained gripping
83. What is a main action of the extensor digitorum muscle? (a) Flexes elbow joint (b) Extends wrist joint (c) Extends fingers (d) Adducts wrist joint
84. In which areas are referred referred pain patters noticed for trigger points in the wrist flexors? (a) Lower arm (b) Wrist (c) Hand (d) Elbow
85. What causes trigger points and pain in the wrist extensors? extensors? (a) Computer mouse/keyboard (b) Wrist fractures fractures (c) Prolonged repetitive writing (d) Playing the violin
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86. Where does pain become more intense in the referred pain patterns for trigger points in the extensor digitorum? digitorum? (a) In specific fingers (b) Wrist (c) Lower arm (d) Palm of hand
87. Where are pain patterns noticed for trigger points in the supinator muscle? (a) Elbow (b) Inner arm (c) Wrist (d) Thumb
88. What are some symptoms of trigger points in the opponent pollicis/adductor pollicis/adductor pollicis muscles? (a) Thumb pain (b) Loss of fine motor control (c) Wrist pain (d) Forearm pain
89. Which of the following muscles is NOT included in the small hand muscles? (a) Extensor digitorum (b) Dorsal interossei (c) Abductor digiti minimi (d) Lumbricales Lumbricales
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90. In which finger is the first dorsal interosseus muscle located? (a) Thumb (b) Index finger (c) Middle finger (d) Ring finger 91. When analysing a wrist condition, pain in which areas of the body must be considered? (a) Head (b) Neck (c) Shoulder (d) Elbow
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NAT® Anatomy of Pain Trigger Point Therapy Master Course Reflective Learning Please check all answers that apply Hip and Thigh: 92. What is unique about the gluteus maximus muscle? (a) Most coarsely fibered muscle (b) Heaviest muscle in the body (c) Consists of multiple muscles (d) Largest muscle in the body
93. How many strong zones of pain are noticed in the buttocks for trigger points in the gluteus maximus muscle? (a) 1-2 (b) 2-3 (c) 3-4 (d) 4-5
94. What lifestyle change may help ease the pain of trigger points in the gluteus medius muscle? (a) Stretching (b) Cycling (c) Daily long walks (d) Placing a pillow between knees at night
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95. The gluteus minimus muscle is obstructed by the fibers of which muscle? (a) Gluteus medius (b) Gluteus maximus (c) Tensor fasciae latae (TFL) (d) Piriformis
96. The pain from trigger points in the gluteus minimus can extend down to the: (a) Toes (b) Foot (c) Ankle (d) Knee
97. What can cause trigger points and pain in the piriformis muscle? (a) Prolonged driving (b) Sitting cross-legged cross-legged (c) High heeled shoes (d) Childbirth
98. The piriformis muscle resembles the shape of a: (a) Tennis ball (b) Cylinder (c) Pear (d) Trapezoid
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99. The hamstrings consist of how many muscles? (a) 2 (b) 3 (c) 4 (d) 5
100. Which muscle acts as an antagonist to the hamstrings? (a) Flexor hallucis longus (b) Lateral rotator group (c) Quadriceps Quadriceps (d) Tibialis anterior
101. Which muscle is the largest of the adductor group of muscles? (a) Adductor brevis (b) Adductor magnus (c) Adductor longus (d) They are all about the same size
102. What can cause trigger points and pain in the adductor muscles? (a) Hip surgery (b) Leg splint/cast (c) Horse riding (d) Sitting cross-legged cross-legged
103. The pectineus muscle is sandwiched between which two muscles? (a) Psoas major and adductor brevis (b) Psoas major and adductor major (c) Psoas major and adductor longus (d) Psoas major and hamstrings
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104. What should those suff ering ering from trigger points and pain in the pectineus muscle avoid? (a) Repetitive hip adduction/flexion adduction/flexion (b) Stretching techniques (c) Yoga positions (d) Sitting cross-legged cross-legged
105. What is unique about the sartorius muscle? (a) Heaviest muscle in body (b) Most coarsely fibered muscle (c) Longest strap muscle in the body (d) Most superficial muscle in the body
106. What type of symptoms may be felt in the thigh by those suff ering ering from trigger points in the sartorius muscle? (a) Ache (b) Sharp pain (c) Tingling (d) Immobility
107. Which muscles comprise the quadriceps? (a) Rectus femoris (b) Vastus lateralis (c) Vastus medialis (d) Vastus intermedius
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108. Which quadricep muscle has two heads of origin and crosses the hip joint as well as the knee joint? (a) Rectus femoris (b) Vastus lateralis (c) Vastus medialis (d) Vastus intermedius
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NAT® Anatomy of Pain Trigger Point Therapy Master Course Reflective Learning Please check all answers that apply Leg and Foot: 109. Which of the following muscles is NOT related to ankle pain? (a) Fibularis group of muscles (b) Adductor longus (c) Abductor hallucis (d) Flexor digitorum longus
110. Which of the following muscles are related to heel pain? (a) Gastrocnemiu Gastrocnemiuss (b) Quadratus plantae (c) Abductor hallucis (d) Tibialis posterior
111. Which of the following muscles are related to leg pain? (a) Gluteus minimus (b) Tibialis posterior (c) Adductor brevis (d) Soleus
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112. Where do the referred referred pain patterns for trigger points in the tibialis anterior muscle culminate and cause great pain? (a) Shin (b) Ankle joint (c) Heel (d) Toe
113. What is a basic functional movement of the extensor digitorum muscle? (a) Walking up stairs (b) Sitting cross-legged cross-legged (c) Standing on tiptoes (d) Taking the first leg out of a car
114. Which muscles are antagonists of the extensor digitorum longus muscle? (a) Flexor digitorum longus (b) Flexor digitorum brevis (c) Flexor hallucis longus (d) Flexor hallucis brevis
115. What are some causes of pain and trigger points in the fibularis longus, brevis, and tertius muscles? muscles? (a) Direct trauma (b) Ill fitting boots/shoes (c) Walking on uneven surfaces (d) Tight socks
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116. The composite muscle known as the triceps surae is composed of which muscles? (a) Popliteus (b) Gastrocnemius (c) Soleus (d) Plantaris
117. What are some symptoms of trigger points in the gastrocnemius muscle? ness (a) Calf pain/stiff ness (b) Toe pain (c) Flat footed (d) Claw toe
118. The tendon in the plantaris muscle in the leg is equivalent to the tendon of which muscle in the arm? (a) Brachioradialis (b) Opponens pollicis (c) Palmaris longus (d) Pronator teres
119. The soleus muscle resembles what shape? (a) Pear (b) Fish (c) Tennis ball (d) Trapezoid
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120. Which muscle is an antagonist of the soleus muscle? (a) Abductor hallucis (b) Gastrocnemius (c) Plantaris (d) Tibialis anterior
121. The referred pain patters for trigger points in the popliteus muscle are noticed in which parts of the body? (a) Knee (b) Ankle (c) Toes (d) Calf
122. Where is pain strongly felt for trigger points in the flexor digitorum longus muscle? (a) Thumb (b) Calf (c) Forefoot (d) Ankle
123. What is unique about the tibialis posterior muscle? (a) Strongest muscle on the back of the leg (b) Longest muscle in the leg (c) Largest muscle in the leg (d) Deepest muscle on the back of the leg
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124. Which muscles belong to the superficial muscles of the foot? (a) Abductor hallucis (b) Flexor digitorum brevis (c) Abductor digiti minimi (d) Extensor digitorum brevis
125. Which muscles belong to the deep muscles of the foot? (a) Adductor hallucis hallucis (b) Quadratus plantae (c) Abductor digiti minimi (d) Extensor digitorum brevis
126. Where are referred pain patterns noticed for trigger points in the quadratus plantae muscle? (a) Forefoot (b) Heel (c) Thumb (d) Ankle
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