Sports Interventions and Equipment Quiz

Which of the following best describes the primary goal of interventions in sport?

• To completely eliminate all injuries in sports

• To reduce both the likelihood and severity of injuries

• To increase athletic performance only

• To make sports more competitive

What is prehabilitation primarily focused on?

• Treating injuries after they occur

• Preparing athletes mentally for competition

• Proactive interventions to reduce injury risk

• Developing advanced sports techniques

Which statement about protective equipment in field hockey is accurate?

• It prevents all types of head injuries

• It reduces concussion risk only

• It significantly reduces severe eye and face injuries

• It eliminates the need for other safety measures

Which sport is currently discussing limiting or banning heading to reduce concussion risk?

• Basketball

• Soccer

• Rugby

• Field Hockey

How does scaling sporting equipment benefit children?

• It makes sports more challenging

• It only improves game speed

• It enhances skill performance and acquisition

• It increases competitive advantage

In tennis, what benefit was observed from using smaller rackets and lower compression balls?

• Faster serve speeds

• More powerful shots

• Better backhand technique

• More efficient stroke patterns with less injury risk

How do interventions in sport aim to minimize injury risk?

• By focusing only on protective equipment

• By minimizing excessive forces and maximizing protection

• By eliminating all contact in sports

• By reducing practice time

Which of these is NOT mentioned as a type of prehabilitation exercise?

• Neuromuscular facilitation

• Plyometrics

• Weight lifting

• Balance training