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Which one of the following statements is FALSE as it relates to Myofascial Release?

Which branch of science studies people or collections of people, such as groups, organizations, and societies?

Which sound head size is MOST appropriate for small superficial areas like a lateral epicondyle?

A PTA reads a POC that includes the use of continuous US at 0.5W/cm2 over a fracture site of a 10 year old patient rehabilitating from an intertrochanteric fracture. What is the PTA’s MOST appropriate action?

After assessing AROM of ankle Dorsiflexion, the Physical Therapist Assistant notes a significant decrease in range of motion since the patient’s last visit. After questioning the patient, the Physical Therapist Assistant is convinced an error had been made with the previous AROM assessment. Failure to prevent which movement would BEST explain the possible error?

A PTA performs therapeutic ultrasound to a patient’s shoulder for pain management. Which of the following entries represents the MOST complete and appropriate documentation of the intervention?

What data collection method would the PTA use if they asked the patient to mark the specific areas of pain on a picture of a human drawing?

A patient presents with a surgical repair of the Right Achilles tendon 10 days ago. The Plan of Care includes beginning open chain concentric and closed chain strength exercises. Which one of the following represents the BEST course of action for the PTA?

Which patient should not receive ultrasound over the treatment area?

A PTA uses a modality before exercise because pain is limiting participation. This BEST reflects which treatment principle?