Test Your Knowledge: Nutrition in the Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Setting Question Title * 1. Which is a common symptom associated with chronic inflammation that you may see in your physical therapy patient? Swelling, pain, and redness at the site of injury. Body pain, arthralgia, and myalgia. Fever and chills. Shortness of breath and chest pain. Question Title * 2. Why is hydration stressed as a crucial component of pain management? Hypohydration reduces pain perception. Hypohydration can exacerbate pain symptoms. Hypohydration causes allergies. Hypohydration promotes intestinal permeability. Question Title * 3. Deficiency in which of the following is associated with increased risk of persistent pain? Magnesium. Vitamin B12. Calcium. Zinc. Question Title * 4. What is the role of antioxidants in the context of injury, exercise, and performance? Enhancing muscle growth. Reducing oxidative stress. Increasing blood pressure. Improving flexibility. Done