National Pilates Cert Exam with Questions and
Answers
total hip replacement - ANSWER -signed medical release
-core control, good quality of mocement, and working a pain free ROM are critical
carpal tunnel syndrome - ANSWER -nerve pain in wrist
-avoid resistance training of upper body, wrist flexions/extension, forearm supination,
and pressure to hte base of the palm that occurs in weight bearing
-may need to modify exercises such as: leg pull, side kick kneeling, side bend
plantar fasciitis - ANSWER -acute/chronic inflammation : pain on bottom of the
heel/arch
-can spread towards the toes
-most commonly occurs in morning/walking/running
-common in runners/dancers/people who gained weight (pregnant)
-stretching of calf or sole may be helpful
-avoid weightbearing
-avoid excessive foot pointing
rotator cuff impingement - ANSWER -tendons of rotator cuff or protective fat pad may
become compressed underneath the acromion within the glenohumeral joint
-adequate scapular stabilization is vital
-bad posture can cause this
-modification may be required for thing that have arms lifted to the side/ internal
rotation (saw/spine) or overhead (teaser/swimming)
, thoracic outlet syndrome - ANSWER -syndrome involves compression of varying nerve
bundles as they pass from the neck to the arm
-may be several postural or anatomical origins of the compression
-any exercise that triggers these symptoms should be avoided
cardiovascular disease - ANSWER -well hydrated and avoid hot rooms
-clients with high blood pressure should avoid inversions (rollover, scissors, bicycle
-progress slowly and avoid significant increase of heart rate, blood pressure, or avoid
rapid change in body position
heart attack warning signs - ANSWER -discomfort, pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain
in chest
-pain/discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach
-shortness of breath
-cold sweats, nausea, vomiting, lightheadedness
stroke warning signs - ANSWER -sudden numbness/weakness of face, arm, or leg
especially on one side of the body
-sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding
-sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
-sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
-sudden severe headache with no known cause
fibromyalgia - ANSWER chronic pain; muscle aches, pain and stiffness; soft tissue
tenderness or tender points that are painful when pressure is applied
-clients have exercise intolerance (hypersensitivity)
-feel worse after exercising
Answers
total hip replacement - ANSWER -signed medical release
-core control, good quality of mocement, and working a pain free ROM are critical
carpal tunnel syndrome - ANSWER -nerve pain in wrist
-avoid resistance training of upper body, wrist flexions/extension, forearm supination,
and pressure to hte base of the palm that occurs in weight bearing
-may need to modify exercises such as: leg pull, side kick kneeling, side bend
plantar fasciitis - ANSWER -acute/chronic inflammation : pain on bottom of the
heel/arch
-can spread towards the toes
-most commonly occurs in morning/walking/running
-common in runners/dancers/people who gained weight (pregnant)
-stretching of calf or sole may be helpful
-avoid weightbearing
-avoid excessive foot pointing
rotator cuff impingement - ANSWER -tendons of rotator cuff or protective fat pad may
become compressed underneath the acromion within the glenohumeral joint
-adequate scapular stabilization is vital
-bad posture can cause this
-modification may be required for thing that have arms lifted to the side/ internal
rotation (saw/spine) or overhead (teaser/swimming)
, thoracic outlet syndrome - ANSWER -syndrome involves compression of varying nerve
bundles as they pass from the neck to the arm
-may be several postural or anatomical origins of the compression
-any exercise that triggers these symptoms should be avoided
cardiovascular disease - ANSWER -well hydrated and avoid hot rooms
-clients with high blood pressure should avoid inversions (rollover, scissors, bicycle
-progress slowly and avoid significant increase of heart rate, blood pressure, or avoid
rapid change in body position
heart attack warning signs - ANSWER -discomfort, pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain
in chest
-pain/discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach
-shortness of breath
-cold sweats, nausea, vomiting, lightheadedness
stroke warning signs - ANSWER -sudden numbness/weakness of face, arm, or leg
especially on one side of the body
-sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding
-sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
-sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
-sudden severe headache with no known cause
fibromyalgia - ANSWER chronic pain; muscle aches, pain and stiffness; soft tissue
tenderness or tender points that are painful when pressure is applied
-clients have exercise intolerance (hypersensitivity)
-feel worse after exercising
