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Key Facts: SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Exam

150

Official number of MCQs

SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Blueprint 2024

3 hours

Official exam duration

SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Blueprint 2024

60%

Official passing score

SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Blueprint 2024

10

Official weighted blueprint sections

SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Blueprint 2024

Bachelor Degree in Physical Therapy

Published minimum qualification for Physical Therapy Specialist

Prometric SCHS Minimum Qualifications Required

3 attempts

Published licensing-attempt limit in Prometric FAQ

Prometric SCFHS Frequently Asked Questions

SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist is a Saudi Licensure Examination delivered through Prometric test centers. Official SCFHS blueprint logistics are 150 MCQs, 3 hours, and a 60% passing score. The official blueprint assigns weighted coverage across biomechanics, anatomy and physiology, clinical decision making, physical agents, therapeutic exercise, special populations, cardiopulmonary PT, sports PT, neurorehab, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Prometric minimum qualifications list Bachelor Degree in Physical Therapy for Physical Therapy Specialist, while public SCFHS/Prometric materials reviewed do not publish one fixed title-specific exam fee or candidate pass rate.

Sample SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Practice Questions

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1During active shoulder abduction, which accessory motion of the humeral head helps preserve subacromial space?
A.Inferior glide with superior roll
B.Superior glide with superior roll
C.Anterior glide as the only motion
D.No glide because the joint only spins
Explanation: The convex humeral head rolls superiorly and glides inferiorly on the concave glenoid during abduction. Adequate inferior glide helps limit superior translation under the acromion.
2A patient stands on the right leg and the left side of the pelvis drops. Which muscle group is most likely weak?
A.Left hip abductors
B.Right hip abductors
C.Right ankle dorsiflexors
D.Left knee flexors
Explanation: The stance-side hip abductors keep the pelvis level during single-leg stance. Pelvic drop on the left while standing on the right points to weakness or poor control of the right gluteus medius and minimus.
3Open-chain knee extension against ankle resistance is best described as which lever arrangement?
A.First-class lever
B.Second-class lever
C.Third-class lever
D.No lever because the knee is not a fulcrum
Explanation: The knee joint is the axis, quadriceps force is applied close to the axis, and the load is farther away at the distal leg. This is a third-class lever, which favors speed and range over force efficiency.
4An office worker has neck pain after prolonged laptop use with the screen low and far forward. Which ergonomic change most directly reduces cervical flexion demand?
A.Raise the screen to near eye level and use an external keyboard
B.Move the screen lower so the chin stays tucked
C.Increase reach distance to the keyboard
D.Use a softer chair while keeping the same screen position
Explanation: Raising the display and separating keyboard input reduces sustained neck flexion and forward-head loading while allowing the shoulders and wrists to remain in a more neutral position.
5Excessive anterior pelvic tilt is most commonly associated with which muscle length and control pattern?
A.Tight hip flexors and lumbar extensors with weak abdominals and hip extensors
B.Tight hamstrings and strong abdominals with weak hip flexors
C.Tight gluteus maximus with weak lumbar extensors
D.Isolated ankle plantarflexor tightness only
Explanation: Anterior pelvic tilt is often linked to shortened hip flexors and lumbar extensors with reduced abdominal and gluteal control. Posture alone is not a diagnosis, but this pattern guides further movement testing.
6When teaching a patient to lift a box, why does keeping the load close to the body reduce lumbar stress?
A.It reduces the external moment arm at the trunk
B.It eliminates all spinal compression
C.It shifts all load to the cervical spine
D.It prevents muscle activation in the hips
Explanation: Holding a load closer shortens the perpendicular distance between the load and the lumbar axis, reducing the external flexion moment that trunk and hip extensors must counter.
7Which exercise is a closed-chain activity for the lower limb?
A.Seated knee extension with the foot free
B.Prone hamstring curl
C.Double-leg sit-to-stand
D.Supine straight-leg raise
Explanation: In closed-chain activity the distal segment is fixed or weight bearing. During sit-to-stand the feet are fixed to the floor and the hip, knee, and ankle move together.
8A patient with limited right ankle dorsiflexion clears the right foot during swing by hiking the right pelvis and circumducting the limb. What is the best biomechanical interpretation?
A.The compensation increases functional limb clearance when sagittal ankle motion is inadequate
B.The pattern proves isolated hip flexor spasticity
C.The compensation primarily increases right stance-time symmetry
D.The movement is normal terminal stance mechanics
Explanation: Pelvic hiking and circumduction can increase toe clearance when dorsiflexion, knee flexion, or hip flexion is insufficient. The interpretation should be paired with impairment testing before selecting treatment.
9Weak great-toe extension with sensory change over the dorsum of the foot most strongly suggests involvement of which nerve root?
A.L2
B.L4
C.L5
D.S2
Explanation: L5 commonly contributes to great-toe extension through extensor hallucis longus and sensation over the dorsum of the foot. The full neurologic screen should also include reflexes and adjacent myotomes.
10Which muscle fiber type is most fatigue resistant during sustained postural or endurance activity?
A.Type I slow oxidative fibers
B.Type IIx fast glycolytic fibers
C.Denervated fibers
D.Collagen scar fibers
Explanation: Type I fibers have high oxidative capacity, capillary density, and fatigue resistance, making them well suited for endurance and postural tasks.

About the SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Exam

The SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist exam is a Saudi Licensure Examination for candidates seeking the physiotherapy specialist licensing pathway in Saudi Arabia. The official SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Blueprint 2024 lists a 150-MCQ, 3-hour examination with a 60% passing score. The blueprint weights kinesiology, biomechanics and ergonomics at 8%; anatomy and physiology at 12%; clinical decision making and differential diagnosis at 8%; physical agents including electrotherapy and hydrotherapy at 10%; therapeutic exercises and techniques at 10%; special populations at 12%; cardiopulmonary physical therapy at 8%; sports physical therapy at 8%; neurorehabilitation at 12%; and musculoskeletal rehabilitation at 12%. Prometric lists SCFHS as a test-center exam sponsor and provides scheduling, rescheduling, eligibility, attempt, and result guidance.

Assessment

150 multiple-choice questions across ten SCFHS blueprint sections for Physiotherapy Specialist

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

60%

Exam Fee

Not published as a single fixed Physiotherapy Specialist fee by SCFHS or Prometric; Prometric FAQ says the cost of taking the exam may vary depending on the country where the candidate tests. (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS), delivered through Prometric test centers for scheduling and test administration)

SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Exam Content Outline

8%

Kinesiology, Biomechanics and Ergonomics

Movement analysis, joint mechanics, posture, gait, ergonomic risk factors, load handling, and functional task mechanics.

12%

Anatomy and Physiology

Musculoskeletal, neurologic, cardiopulmonary, pain, healing, and exercise physiology foundations for physiotherapy decisions.

8%

Clinical Decision Making and Differential Diagnosis

History taking, examination interpretation, red flags, outcome measures, differential diagnosis, referral decisions, and plan prioritization.

10%

Physical Agents (Electrotherapy and Hydrotherapy)

Electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, thermal agents, ultrasound, physiologic effects, dosing, indications, contraindications, and monitoring.

10%

Therapeutic Exercises and Techniques

Strengthening, stretching, aerobic exercise, balance, motor learning, manual techniques, neuromuscular re-education, and progression.

12%

Physical Therapy in Special Population (OBGYN, Paediatrics, Geriatrics)

Physiotherapy considerations for obstetric, gynecologic, pediatric, geriatric, chronic disease, frailty, and developmental populations.

8%

Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy

Respiratory assessment, airway clearance, breathing exercises, mobilization, exercise tolerance, and cardiopulmonary safety.

8%

Sports Physical Therapy

Acute injury management, tissue loading, return-to-sport decisions, neuromuscular control, overuse injuries, and sport-specific rehabilitation.

12%

Neurorehabilitation

Stroke, spinal cord injury, Parkinson disease, vestibular disorders, multiple sclerosis, tone, balance, gait, and motor learning.

12%

Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

Spine and extremity rehabilitation, post-operative care, pain and mobility impairments, manual therapy, exercise, and outcome-based progression.

How to Pass the SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 60%
  • Assessment: 150 multiple-choice questions across ten SCFHS blueprint sections for Physiotherapy Specialist
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam fee: Not published as a single fixed Physiotherapy Specialist fee by SCFHS or Prometric; Prometric FAQ says the cost of taking the exam may vary depending on the country where the candidate tests.

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Study Tips from Top Performers

1Start with the SCFHS blueprint weights and allocate study time across all ten sections rather than only musculoskeletal topics.
2Practice red-flag decisions, differential diagnosis, outcome-measure interpretation, and referral triggers because clinical reasoning cuts across every domain.
3Review modality contraindications, skin and sensation screening, implanted-device precautions, hydrotherapy infection control, and safe parameter selection.
4Use scenario-based rehabilitation questions for cardiopulmonary, neurologic, sports, pediatric, geriatric, obstetric, and musculoskeletal cases.
5Work timed mixed sets to prepare for 150 MCQs in 3 hours, then review every wrong option and the reasoning behind it.
6Avoid unofficial dumps or claimed official questions; Prometric specifically warns that official SCFHS practice content is not sold by Prometric.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist exam?

The official SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Blueprint 2024 lists 150 MCQs.

How long is the exam?

The SCFHS blueprint lists a 3-hour examination model for Physiotherapy Specialist.

What is the passing score?

The SCFHS blueprint lists a passing score of 60%.

What should I study?

Use the SCFHS blueprint sections and weights: kinesiology/biomechanics/ergonomics 8%, anatomy and physiology 12%, clinical decision making and differential diagnosis 8%, physical agents 10%, therapeutic exercise 10%, special populations 12%, cardiopulmonary PT 8%, sports PT 8%, neurorehabilitation 12%, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation 12%.

What eligibility is officially published?

Prometric SCHS Minimum Qualifications Required lists Physical Therapy Specialist as Bachelor Degree in Physical Therapy. Prometric FAQ also states candidates need an SCFHS-issued eligibility number to schedule.

How much does the SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist exam cost?

The official blueprint and Prometric SCFHS public materials reviewed do not publish one fixed Physiotherapy Specialist fee. Prometric FAQ states the cost may vary depending on the country where the candidate tests.

How many attempts are allowed?

Prometric SCFHS FAQ states licensing candidates are allowed three attempts to pass. It also says eligibility generally lasts three months and candidates may take the same exam twice during that period, with SCFHS reactivation needed for a third attempt.

How are results released?

Prometric's SCFHS page says exam results are posted in the SCFHS electronic portal within 7-10 working days, and SLE title results are posted within 2-6 weeks of the end of the current testing window.

Does Prometric sell official SCFHS preparation content?

No. Prometric states that it does not sell test preparation or practice content and warns that claims of official test content from training providers are unauthorized.