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What happens to the tibia during nonweight-bearing extension?
What happens to the tibia during nonweight-bearing extension?
- It moves in the opposite direction of the bone motion
- It rotates laterally on the femur (correct)
- It rotates medially on the femur
- It remains stationary on the femur
What is the result of the screw-home mechanism during terminal extension?
What is the result of the screw-home mechanism during terminal extension?
- The hip flexes
- The femur rotates internally (correct)
- The femur rotates externally
- The tibia rotates medially
What occurs concurrently with terminal extension of the knee?
What occurs concurrently with terminal extension of the knee?
- Knee unlocking
- Hip extension (correct)
- Hip flexion
- Tibia rotation
What is the function of the iliofemoral ligament during hip extension?
What is the function of the iliofemoral ligament during hip extension?
What is the direct cause of knee unlocking?
What is the direct cause of knee unlocking?
What is the direction of condyle slide during femur motion on a fixed tibia?
What is the direction of condyle slide during femur motion on a fixed tibia?
What is the primary goal of controlled motion exercises?
What is the primary goal of controlled motion exercises?
Why is it important to maintain strength in supporting muscles?
Why is it important to maintain strength in supporting muscles?
What is the purpose of educating the patient?
What is the purpose of educating the patient?
What is the benefit of using elevated seats on commodes and chairs?
What is the benefit of using elevated seats on commodes and chairs?
What type of exercises have been shown to improve functional outcomes in patients with OA?
What type of exercises have been shown to improve functional outcomes in patients with OA?
Why are balance exercises important?
Why are balance exercises important?
What is the primary goal of instructing patients with OA or RA to perform active ROM and muscle-setting techniques?
What is the primary goal of instructing patients with OA or RA to perform active ROM and muscle-setting techniques?
What is the recommended approach for patients with OA or RA?
What is the recommended approach for patients with OA or RA?
What was the primary outcome measure used in a randomized controlled study on patients with knee OA?
What was the primary outcome measure used in a randomized controlled study on patients with knee OA?
What is a precaution to consider when increasing joint range of motion?
What is a precaution to consider when increasing joint range of motion?
What type of techniques should be used for joint mobilization?
What type of techniques should be used for joint mobilization?
In which joint positions should joint mobilization techniques be applied?
In which joint positions should joint mobilization techniques be applied?
What is increased hip adduction related to in females?
What is increased hip adduction related to in females?
What is a neuromuscular risk factor that influences joint position and movement?
What is a neuromuscular risk factor that influences joint position and movement?
What is a structural risk factor that may affect ACL size?
What is a structural risk factor that may affect ACL size?
What is a difference in the ACL between males and females?
What is a difference in the ACL between males and females?
What is a difference in muscle strength between males and females?
What is a difference in muscle strength between males and females?
What is valgus collapse at the knee related to in females who have sustained an ACL injury?
What is valgus collapse at the knee related to in females who have sustained an ACL injury?
What was the outcome of aerobic fitness at the 18-month follow-up in both groups?
What was the outcome of aerobic fitness at the 18-month follow-up in both groups?
What is recommended as a nonpharmacological intervention to improve functional capacity of patients with symptomatic OA?
What is recommended as a nonpharmacological intervention to improve functional capacity of patients with symptomatic OA?
What factors determine the surgical procedure selected for managing knee arthritis?
What factors determine the surgical procedure selected for managing knee arthritis?
When does functional ability typically surpass the preoperative level after arthroscopic débridement and lavage?
When does functional ability typically surpass the preoperative level after arthroscopic débridement and lavage?
What may have contributed to the postoperative group's functional limitations?
What may have contributed to the postoperative group's functional limitations?
What is the primary goal of surgical options for managing knee arthritis?
What is the primary goal of surgical options for managing knee arthritis?
