Repetitive-Stress Injuries Quiz

By Sinovic, Dianna

May 08, 2017

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. Also called repetitive motion syndromes, RSIs can affect almost any part of the body. 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 factor in preventing 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 relieve RSI?

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

Updated:

May 08, 2017

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:

Hanrahan, John, MD,Pierce-Smith, Daphne, RN, MSN, CCRC