djd of the knee

Question 1

ssx of knee DJD

Answer 1

loss of flexion > ext

joint effusion, stiffness and pain

reflex quadriceps inhibition

Question 2

prot phase of knee DJD

Answer 2

gr 1-2 osci

PROM-AAROM-AROM
gr 1-2 distraction

muscle sets

elevated seats

crutches, cane, walker gait training

Question 3

controlled motion phase and return to fucntion

Answer 3

MWM - lat, med, internal tibial rot

gr 3-4 pjm

multiple angle isoms - PRE
- avoid 45-90° flexion for PF OA

step up - step down
wall slides and mini squats
partial lunges

gait training
- dec AD
- diff terrains

low impact aerobics - running and jumping c caution