National Pilates Certification Exam |
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How do you know a client is ready to perform short spine massage
A- they can lift their hips to put the straps on
B- they can perform a bridge
C-they can move the carriage and put their feet in straps
D-they can perform pulling straps
- Correct Answer - A- they can lift their hips to put the straps on
How would you modify long back stretch on the reformer for a client that
presents with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
A- bend the elbows
B-omit exercise
C-decrease spring retention
D-focus on newcomers and teach to that level
- Correct Answer - B-omit the exercise
Which of the following BEST describes effective teaching of a group mat
class?
A- Where everyone can see while the teacher demosntrates
B- Starts with the ab series and teaches the correct order of the
exercises
,C- Maintains the flow of the class while giving clear and individual
directions
F- focuses on newcomers and teaches to that level
- Correct Answer - C- maintains flow of the class while giving clear and
individual directions
Which would be the best choice to strengthen and stretch the thoracic
spine?
A- swan on the wunda chair
B- long stretch on the reformer
C- Teaser on the Wunda chair
D- Push through on the trapeze table?
- Correct Answer - A- swan on the wunda chair
If a client has sharp pain shooting down the right leg during Push
Through with the Tower Bar, the Pilates teacher should:
A- Do a neural tension test for sciatica or herniated disc
B- Stop the exercise and do hamstring stretches
C- Have the client bend their knees during the exercise
D- Stop the exercise and ask if they have ever had these symptoms
before
- Correct Answer - D- Stop the exercise and ask if they have had these
symptoms before
A client with a posterior approach to total hip replacement as completed
rehabilitation an is ready to resume Pilates. The teacher should AVOID
, which of the following?
A- Hip flexion greater than 70 degrees, external hip rotation and hip
abduction
B-Hip flexion greater than 50 degrees, hip external rotation, and hip
adduction
C- Hip flexion greater than 90 degrees, hip internal rotation, and hip
adduction
D- Hip flexion greater than 70 degrees, hip internal rotation and hip
abduction
- Correct Answer - C- hip flexion greater than 90 degrees, hip internal
rotation and hip adduction.
What is spondylolisthesis?
- Correct Answer - Spondylolisthesis is a condition that occurs when one
vertebra in the spine slips forward or backward relative to the adjacent
vertebra. This can result in the misalignment of the spinal bones, leading
to pain, nerve compression, and reduced mobility. Spondylolisthesis can
be categorized into different types based on the cause, such as
degenerative, isthmic, traumatic, or congenital. Common symptoms
include lower back pain, muscle tightness, difficulty walking, and leg pain
or weakness. Treatment options may include medication, physical
therapy, bracing, and in severe cases, surgery. It is important to consult
with a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate
treatment plan.
50. A client with spondylolisthesis should AVOID which of the following ?
a . Rolldown
Questions and Correct Answers |
Rated A+ | Latest
How do you know a client is ready to perform short spine massage
A- they can lift their hips to put the straps on
B- they can perform a bridge
C-they can move the carriage and put their feet in straps
D-they can perform pulling straps
- Correct Answer - A- they can lift their hips to put the straps on
How would you modify long back stretch on the reformer for a client that
presents with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
A- bend the elbows
B-omit exercise
C-decrease spring retention
D-focus on newcomers and teach to that level
- Correct Answer - B-omit the exercise
Which of the following BEST describes effective teaching of a group mat
class?
A- Where everyone can see while the teacher demosntrates
B- Starts with the ab series and teaches the correct order of the
exercises
,C- Maintains the flow of the class while giving clear and individual
directions
F- focuses on newcomers and teaches to that level
- Correct Answer - C- maintains flow of the class while giving clear and
individual directions
Which would be the best choice to strengthen and stretch the thoracic
spine?
A- swan on the wunda chair
B- long stretch on the reformer
C- Teaser on the Wunda chair
D- Push through on the trapeze table?
- Correct Answer - A- swan on the wunda chair
If a client has sharp pain shooting down the right leg during Push
Through with the Tower Bar, the Pilates teacher should:
A- Do a neural tension test for sciatica or herniated disc
B- Stop the exercise and do hamstring stretches
C- Have the client bend their knees during the exercise
D- Stop the exercise and ask if they have ever had these symptoms
before
- Correct Answer - D- Stop the exercise and ask if they have had these
symptoms before
A client with a posterior approach to total hip replacement as completed
rehabilitation an is ready to resume Pilates. The teacher should AVOID
, which of the following?
A- Hip flexion greater than 70 degrees, external hip rotation and hip
abduction
B-Hip flexion greater than 50 degrees, hip external rotation, and hip
adduction
C- Hip flexion greater than 90 degrees, hip internal rotation, and hip
adduction
D- Hip flexion greater than 70 degrees, hip internal rotation and hip
abduction
- Correct Answer - C- hip flexion greater than 90 degrees, hip internal
rotation and hip adduction.
What is spondylolisthesis?
- Correct Answer - Spondylolisthesis is a condition that occurs when one
vertebra in the spine slips forward or backward relative to the adjacent
vertebra. This can result in the misalignment of the spinal bones, leading
to pain, nerve compression, and reduced mobility. Spondylolisthesis can
be categorized into different types based on the cause, such as
degenerative, isthmic, traumatic, or congenital. Common symptoms
include lower back pain, muscle tightness, difficulty walking, and leg pain
or weakness. Treatment options may include medication, physical
therapy, bracing, and in severe cases, surgery. It is important to consult
with a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate
treatment plan.
50. A client with spondylolisthesis should AVOID which of the following ?
a . Rolldown
