Capsular Patterns

Question 1

Shoulder

Answer 1

Maximum loss of ER
Moderate loss of Abduction
Minimum loss of IR

Question 2

Elbow Complex

Answer 2

Flexion loss > Extension loss

Question 3

FA

Answer 3

Equally restricted in pronation and supination

Question 4

Wrist

Answer 4

Equal restrictions in flexion and extension

Question 5

CMC Joint I

Answer 5

Abduction and extension restriction

Question 6

CMC Joint II - V

Answer 6

Equally restricted in all directions

Question 7

Finger Interphalangeal

Answer 7

Flexion loss > Extension loss

Question 8

Hip

Answer 8

Maximum loss of IR, FLX, ABD
Minimal loss of EXT

Question 9

Knee (Tibiofemoral)

Answer 9

Flexion loss > Extension loss

Question 10

Ankle (Talocrural)

Answer 10

Plantarflexion loss > Extension loss

Question 11

Subtalar

Answer 11

Restricted Varus Motion

Question 12

Midtarsal

Answer 12

Restricted dorsiflexion, plantarflexion, abduction and IR

Question 13

Metatarsophalangeal Joint I

Answer 13

Extension loss > flexion

Question 14

Metatarsophalangeal Joint II - V

Answer 14

Variable, tend toward flexion restriction

Question 15

Interphalangeal Joints

Answer 15

Tend toward extension restriction