Scorebuilders Q&A
Welcome to NPTE Q&A presented by Scorebuilders. This podcast is for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant students studying to pass the National Physical Therapy Examinations. It offers you the opportunity to take a deep dive into a variety of exam questions, gaining insight from seasoned Scorebuilders’ instructors as they help you understand and examine the why behind the correct answer. Ready to elevate your exam prep? Let’s go!
Scorebuilders Q&A
Episode 50 – Foam Roller Stretching – Upper Extremity
A patient is instructed to stretch their upper extremities using a foam roller as depicted in Image A. The physical therapist realizes that this stretch is not targeting the intended muscles and instead educates the patient on how to perform the stretch as seen in Image B. Which muscles are targeted with the modified stretch?
1. Pectoralis major and subscapularis
2. Pectoralis major and infraspinatus
3. Latissimus dorsi and subscapularis
4. Latissimus dorsi and infraspinatus
Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/vFGEOeiueWw