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03/22/2016

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Term
extensor mechanism disorders (6)
Definition
anterior knee pain syndrome
patellar instability/dislocation
patellar tendinitis/tendinosis/jumper's knee
plica syndrome
osgood schlatter disease
myositis ossificans
Term
extensor mechanism disorders: anterior knee pian syndrome aka
Definition
patellar tracking disorders
chondromalacia patella
Term
Patellar Tracking Disorders: patellar motion in relation to the femoral condyles wiht knee flexion
Definition
patella glides inferior
Term
Patellar Tracking Disorders: patella glides how in relation to the femoral condyles with extension
Definition
superior
Term
Patellar Tracking Disorders: what is motion of the patella guided by
Definition
pull of the quadriceps in line with the femur
Term
4 structures guiding motion of the patella
Definition
lateral femoral condyle
deep patellar groove
angle between the pull of the quads and the pull of the patellar tendon
dynamic contraction of the vastums medialis
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: possible causes
Definition
increased Q angle
decrease height of lateral femoral condyle
small/high riding patella (patella alta)
weakness of the vastus medialis
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: increased Q angle can be d/t (3)
Definition
femoral anteveresion
external tibial torsion
increased foot pronation
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: exam findings onset
Definition
gradual onset of pain with recent increase in activity
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: pain at what regions
Definition
generalized pain over the medial aspect of the knee and/or peri-patellar region
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: pain is aggravated by what
Definition
activities such as descending stairs, and sitting with the knee bent for long periods (movie goers knee)
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: motion at end of extension
Definition
abrupt lateral translation of the patella at end of extension (10-30 degrees)
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: tighness of what structures (3)
Definition
lateral retinaculum
ITB
Hamstrings
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: abnormal static alignment of the patella refering to what (3)
Definition
rotation
lateral glide
lateral tilt
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: lack of control in what
Definition
lack of control of the LE during wt bearing activities
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: Interventions: Strengthening (3)
Definition
Quadriceps within pain free range
Adductors
Hip/core musculature
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: Intervention: Strengthening of hip/core mm in regards to what
Definition
functional training emphasizing control
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: Intervention: Stretching (3)
Definition
Hamstrings
ITB
Retinaculum
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: Intervention: general interventions (3)
Definition
activity modification
orthotic mgmt if indicated
patellar taping and/or bracing
Term
Abnormal patellar tracking: Intervention: surgical (4)
Definition
lateral retinacular release
moving of the patellar tendon attachment
cartilage replacement/transplant
microfracture procedure
Term
Patellar Sublux/Dislocation: MOI
Definition
combo of ext rot with the knee flexed and foot planted
Term
Patellar Sublux/Dislocation: ID
Definition
hx
MOI
(+) apprehension test
Term
Patellar Sublux/Dislocation: intervention
Definition
bracing
strengthening of VMO
orthotic mgmt
stretching of tight lateral structures
Term
Patellar Sublux/Dislocation: surgical intervention when
Definition
if recurrent
20-43% if first time dislocation
Term
Myositis ossificans: MOI
Definition
deep contusion to the quadriceps with possible damage to the periosteum
Term
Myositis ossificans: what happens as a result of the MOI
Definition
damaged tissue is replaced by bone instead of connective tissue
Term
Myositis ossificans: bony replacement of connective tissue usually occurs as a result of what
Definition
tx of contusion is too vigorous
Term
Myositis ossificans: intervention
Definition
gentle stretching, ROM
Surgical removal of bone
Term
Myositis ossificans: intervention contraindications
Definition
heating modalities
ROM contraindicated during acute stages
Term
Patellar Tendinitis/-Osis: associated with what sports
Definition
volley ball and basketball
Term
Patellar Tendinitis/-Osis: examination usually reveals what? where?
Definition
pain
swelling
and tenderness
inferior patellar pole (as insertion into patella)
Term
Patellar Tendinitis/-Osis: intervention
Definition
focus on control of inflammation
bracing
stretching of extensor mechanism
physical agents
friction massage
eccentric strengthening of quads and dorsiflexors
Term
Patellar Tendinitis/-Osis: monitor for what
Definition
pt hx/use of corticosteroids and antibiotics to prevent rupture
Term
Osgood-Schlatter Disease: what is it
Definition
irritation at the insertion of the patellar tendon d/t stress from running and jumping
Term
Osgood-Schlatter Disease: age group
Definition
adolescence
Term
Osgood-Schlatter Disease: aka
Definition
apophysitis
Term
Osgood-Schlatter Disease: exam: pain (3)
Definition
resisted knee extension
squatting
kneeling
Term
Osgood-Schlatter Disease: swelling where
Definition
over tibial tubercle
Term
Osgood-Schlatter Disease: exam: decreased flexibiliyt of what 3 structures
Definition
quads
hamstrings
gastrocnemius
Term
Osgood-Schlatter Disease: internvention
Definition
usually resolves without tx
may address through bracing, rest, and stretching
Term
Plica syndrome: what is a plica
Definition
distinct bands of synovial tissue occuring in the suprapatellar, infrapatellar, and medial regions in the knee
Term
Plica syndrome: what is the most symptomatic plica
Definition
medial
found in 20-60% of all knees
Term
Plica syndrome: if symptomatic: exam will reveal pain where
Definition
anteromedial pain
Term
Plica syndrome: if symptomatic: exam: symptoms similar to mensical/patellofemoral dysfunction
Definition
snapping
clicking
Term
Plica syndrome: if symptomatic: exam: may be initiated how
Definition
with trauma
Term
Plica syndrome: if symptomatic: intervention: strengthening of what mm
Definition
extensor mechanism
Term
Plica syndrome: if symptomatic: intervention: stretching of what mm (3)
Definition
HS
gastroc
quads
Term
Plica syndrome: if symptomatic: intervention: modalities/mobs
Definition
ice massage
mobilizaiton oft eh patella
taping
Term
Plica syndrome: if symptomatic: intervention: why surgery
Definition
may remove arthroscopically if fails to respond to conservative tx
Term
Capsular tightness: causes (4)
Definition
immobilization
trauma
surgery
DJD
Term
Capsular tightness: capsular pattern of the knee
Definition
knee extensions to 20-30 degrees
flexion to 80-100 degrees
Term
Capsular tightness: functional ROM for Knee Flexion: stance phase of gait
Definition
21 degrees
Term
Capsular tightness: functional ROM for Knee Flexion: swing phase
Definition
67
Term
Capsular tightness: functional ROM for Knee Flexion: stairs and sitting
Definition
83
Term
Capsular tightness: intervention
Definition
address impairemnts and manage symptomatically
Term
Osteoarthritis: difference between primary and secondary
Definition
primary there is no known cause
secondary is related to abnormal mechanics
Term
Osteoarthritis: usually affects which comaprtments
Definition
medial or lateral tibiofemoral compartments
Term
Osteoarthritis: medial compartment OA will cause what deformity
Definition
varus deformity
Term
Osteoarthritis: lateral compartment OA will cause what deformity
Definition
valgus deformity
Term
Osteoarthritis: exam findings:
Definition
morning stiffness relieved with motion and then worsened with prolonged activity
flexion contracture common
pt may report the knee giving way
Stiffening of the knee with rest
Creptisu and quadriceps atrophy may be observed
Term
Osteoarthritis: mgmt:
Definition
anti-inflammatory meds
rest
wt loss
adaptive equipment
Term
Osteoarthritis: mgmt: PT
Definition
modalities
mobilization
stretching
quad strengthening
water therapy
unweighting exercises
activity modification
compartmenet unloading bracing
Term
Osteoarthritis: mgmt: surgical
Definition
TKR
TKA
UKA
tibial osteotomy
Term
MCL Injury: mechanism of injury
Definition
valgus force with the knee in extension or slight flexion
Term
MCL Injury: description of injury
Definition
may be an isolated tear or associated with medial meniscus and ACL injury (O'Donoghue's unhappy triad)
Term
MCL Injury: Rehab: how does it heal
Definition
usually spontaneously
Term
MCL Injury: Rehab: purpose of bracing
Definition
to control motion
Term
MCL Injury: Rehab: early initiation of what
Definition
controlled ROM
Term
MCL Injury: Grade I and II should respond in what amount of time
Definition
3-5 weeks
Term
Meniscal Injury: MOI
Definition
tibiofemoral flexion, compression, and rotaiton
Term
Meniscal Injury: tears usually begin where
Definition
posterior horn
Term
Meniscal Injury: exam findings (4)
Definition
tendenerness over jt line
effusion
sensations of creptius or popping
limitaiton in ROM/locking
Term
Meniscal Injury: the "ACL" of meniscal tears
Definition
bucket tear
Term
Meniscal Injury: exam findings: (+) tests (3)
Definition
McMurray's
Appley's
Valgus Stress Test
Term
Meniscal Injury: pain with what motions
Definition
squatting/buckling
Term
Meniscal Injury: end feel
Definition
springy end feel if motion blocked
Term
Meniscal Injury: Rehab: motions to avoid with posterior horn tears
Definition
avoid flexion
Term
Meniscal Injury: Rehab: motions to avoid for anterior horn tear
Definition
avoid terminal extension
Term
Meniscal Injury: Rehab: (5)
Definition
controlled motion bracing
MAI/SLR's
Physical agents
Total body conditioning
ROM exercises to tolerance
Term
Meniscal Injury: Rehab: surgical: partial meniscectomy return to function
Definition
4-6 weeks
Term
Meniscal Injury: Rehab: surgical: meniscal repair return to function
Definition
3 months
weight bearing status may be affected for up to 6 weeks
Term
Baker's cyst: what is it
Definition
swelling caused by fluid from the knee jt protuding to the popliteal area of the knee
Term
Baker's cyst: symptoms
Definition
pain
tightness in posterior knee especially with extension
Term
Baker's cyst: mgmt
Definition
fluid removal and cortisone injections
must tx underlying pathology causing fluid build up
Term
ITB Friction Syndrome: common cause of lateral knee pain in what population
Definition
runners
Term
ITB Friction Syndrome: physical MOI
Definition
ITB rubbing lateral femoral condyle during repeated flexion
Term
ITB Friction Syndrome: pain location
Definition
just proximal to lateral jt line and Gerdy's tubercle
Term
ITB Friction Syndrome: contributing factors
Definition
running surface
abnormalities in leg/feet anatomy
Term
ITB Friction Syndrome: abnormalities in leg/feet anatomy refers to what (4)
Definition
supination/pronation of the foot
LLD
IT band tightness
MM imbalance (weak hip abductors)
Term
ITB Friction Syndrome: Identification
Definition
symptom presentation
Renee test
Term
ITB Friction Syndrome: Intervention
Definition
stretching of ITB
strengthen hip ABD and ER's
Address foot mechanics
Counterforce bracing
SOft tissue manipulation (foam rolaler)
COrtisone injection
Education about running habits
Term
ITB Friction Syndrome: surgical intervention
Definition
transect the posterior aspect of ITB
may remove underlying bursa
Term
ACL Injury: MOI
Definition
hyperextension
severe IR force
valgus with external rotation
deep flexion with internal rotation
deceleration
Term
ACL Injury: dx
Definition
Lachman's
ANterior Drawer
Pivot Shift maneuver
Flexion Rotation Drawer Test
KT 2000
Absoluate Translation >10 mm (20 lbs)
Bilateral DIfferences >3 mm
Term
ACL Injury: female predisposition to ACL injury includes (5)
Definition
increased genu valgum
decreased hamstring:quad ratio
knee more extended in running/landing
quad dominant knee posture
hip/core weakness
hormonal changes
Term
ACL Injury: rehab emphasis for female athletes
Definition
jump training (landing mechanics with knee flexed and proper alignment)
hip/core strengthening
proprioceptive training
Term
ACL Injury: non surgical mgmt (4)
Definition
strengthen supporting mm (hamstrings)
proprioceptive training
perturbation training
bracing
Term
ACL Injury: allograft vs autograft
Definition
allograft thought to produce increased risk of infection and less stiff
Term
ACL Injury: autograft
Definition
patellar tendon vs hamstring tendon
Term
ACL Injury: auto/allograft vs native ACL
Definition
both stronger than native ACL (39% and 91%)
Term
ACL Injury: fixation for BPB versus tendon graft
Definition
BPB thought to be stronger but increased association with PF morbidity
Term
ACL Injury: fixation which is more anatomically correct and/or with better outcomes
Definition
double bundle
Term
ACL Injury: typical return to sport time frame
Definition
6-8 mos
Term
ACL Injury: accelerated rehab time frame
Definition
6 weeks (functional)
3 months (return to spor)
Term
ACL Injury: rehab considerations that is completely out of your hands
Definition
type of procedure and MD orders
Term
ACL Injury: what is the weakest link post op
Definition
graft site weakest link post op
Term
ACL Injury: what is ligamentization
Definition
from 0-4 weeks post op the graft material progressively weakens before new collagen is laid down and ligament begins to form (30 weeks/7 months)
Term
ACL Injury: other procedures performed which may delay or alter rehab process (3)
Definition
meniscal injury
MCL
femoral bone bruise
Term
ACL Injury: OKC exercises
Definition
increased shear forces on ACL at 20-0 degrees extension in OKC
Term
ACL Injury: CKC exercises
Definition
decrease shear forces through compression/activation of HS allowing more aggressive rehab
Term
ACL Injury: type of training that is imperative
Definition
proprioceptive
Term
ACL Injury: bracing is depedent on what
Definition
post op and long term dependent on individual physican and pt
Term
ACL Injury: common guidelines for jogging
Definition
>50% of quads strength for jogging
Term
ACL Injury: common guidelines for sports agility
Definition
>65% of quad strength
Term
ACL Injury: common guidelines for full return to sport
Definition
>80%
Term
ACL Injury: common guidelines for quad:hamstring ration
Definition
>66% for males
>75% for females
Term
ACL Injury: common guidelines may be assesed through what 3 ex
Definition
single leg hop test (85% of uninvolved)
isokinetics
isotonics
Term
ACL Injury: other guidelines for return (6)
Definition
No jt effusion
Full ROM
Isokinetic strength of quads and HS are between 85-100% of uninvolved leg
Negative KT 2000 testing (<2.5 mm)
Successful rehab proression
Successful performance of functional phase of rehab (agility runs, hop tests)
Term
ACL Injury: Risk of re-injury: 3-4 months
Definition
0-10%
Term
ACL Injury: Risk of re-injury: 6-8 mos
Definition
0-5%
Term
ACL Injury: Risk of re-injury: 9-12 mos
Definition
0-2.5%
Term
ACL Injury: Risk of re-injury: >12 mos
Definition
minimal
Term
Knee Questionaires: (3)
Definition
Lower Extremity Function Scale
WOMAC
Lysolm Knee Score
Term
Knee Questionaires: WOMAC is used for what
Definition
OA
Term
Knee Questionaires: WOMAC access what
Definition
pain
stiffness
physical function
Term
Knee Questionaires: Lysolm Knee Score indication for use
Definition
ligament and meniscal injury
Term
Knee Questionaires: Lysolm Knee scores assess what
Definition
pain and instability
Term
Knee Questionaires: Lower Extremity function scale indication
Definition
all lower extremity conditions
Term
Knee Questionaires: Lower Extremity Function Scale very useful in what pt populations
Definition
s/p jt arthroplasty
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