40 Questions
What is the position for the apprehension test for the patellofemoral joint?
Supine
What action is considered positive during the apprehension test of the patellofemoral joint?
The patient reaches for the clinician's hands
In the active straight leg raise test for the patellofemoral joint, what position should the patient be in?
Supine
What is the expected action during the active straight leg raise test for the patellofemoral joint?
Raising legs above the table without bending the knee
Which of the following is a common pathology associated with the patellofemoral joint?
Patellar dislocation
What is the term for pain at the tibial tuberosity?
Osgood Schlatter
What might a gap felt during palpation of the knee indicate?
Tear
What could a pulsatile mass in the popliteal fossa represent?
Popliteal aneurysm
Which condition is characterized by pain at the joint line of the knee?
Meniscal injury
What might muscle tension and apprehension during patella mobilization indicate?
Patella instability
What is the primary purpose of the Patellar tap test?
To diagnose large quantities of knee effusion
What is a positive result in the Sweep test indicative of?
Knee effusion
In what position is the patella when a positive Patellar tap test result is obtained?
It moves downward and rebounds on the femur
What is the main purpose of the Sweep test?
To detect smaller quantities of knee effusion
What does a palpable 'click' indicate in the Patellar tap test?
Patellar dislocation
What does a significant anterior movement of the tibia on the femur during testing suggest?
ACL laxity
During the lateral and medial ligament tests, what does pain or obvious laxity indicate?
MCL laxity
What is the suggestive implication of a click and discomfort during McMurray’s test?
Meniscal tear
What does the presence of Chondromalacia/ Clarke's Sign/ Patellar Grind Test indicate?
Patellofemoral dysfunction
In the context of patellofemoral joint examination, what does a gradual contraction of the quadriceps muscle during the Patellar Grind Test aim to assess?
Patellar stability
Which ligament originates from the lateral edge of the medial femoral condyle and attaches in the posterior region of the intercondylar area?
Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL)
What is the primary purpose of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)?
Stabilizing the knee joint by preventing anterior tibial subluxation
What type of injury typically occurs when a patient lands on a leg and quickly pivots in the opposite direction, resulting in a valgus twisting injury?
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury
Which special test is used for assessing the patellofemoral joint?
Chondromalacia test
What is the most common cause of ACL injury (i.e. rupture)?
Valgus twisting injury
What is the purpose of the anterior drawer test?
To assess the laxity or rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament
What does significant movement during the anterior drawer test suggest?
Posterior cruciate ligament laxity or rupture
In which position is the patient placed for the posterior drawer test?
Supine with the knee flexed to 90º
What is the alternative test for assessing laxity or rupture of the ACL?
Lachman’s test
What does the term 'cruciate' mean in Latin?
Cross-shaped
What is the term for the abnormal lateral deviation of the patella as it moves through the trochlear groove?
Patellar tilt
During the apprehension test for the patellofemoral joint, what position should the patient be in?
Supine
Which of the following is a common cause of patellofemoral pain?
Patellar tendinopathy
What is the expected action during the patellar grind test for the patellofemoral joint?
Flexion and internal rotation of the hip
Which of the following is a predisposing factor for patellar dislocation?
Increased lateral retinacular tension
In which direction does the patella typically dislocate in cases of traumatic injury?
Laterally
What is the primary function of the patellofemoral joint?
Flexion and extension of the knee
During which phase of gait is the patellofemoral joint subjected to maximum compressive forces?
Stance phase
What is a potential consequence of patellar maltracking?
Development of chondromalacia patellae
What does a positive apprehension test indicate regarding the patellofemoral joint?
Patellar instability
Test your knowledge of orthopedic clinical examination with this quiz about cruciate ligament tests. Learn about the posterior sag sign and the anterior drawer test, which are used to assess the integrity of the cruciate ligaments in the knee joint.
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