Capsular Patterns LE Flashcards
1
Q
Hip
A
Gross limitations of flexion, abduction, medial rotation (sometimes medial rotation is most limited).
Slight limitation of extension, little or no limitation of lateral rotation.
2
Q
Knee
A
Gross limitation of flexion
Slight limitation of extension
3
Q
Tibial-fibular
A
Pain when upper tibiofibular ligament is stretched
4
Q
Ankle
A
If calf muscles have enough length, more limitation of PF than DF
5
Q
Talo-Calcanean
A
Increasing in limitation of varus until joint fixes in full valgus.
End of available varus range is painful.
6
Q
Midtarsal
A
DF, PF, adduction, and medial rotation limited.
Full range of abduction and lateral rotation
7
Q
First MTP
A
Gross limitation of extension
Slight limitation of flexion
8
Q
Toe MTP
A
Flexion > extension