Intro to Joint Injury Flashcards
1
Q
Why do we get slight rotation of the knee?
A
Medial femoral condyle is larger than lateral
Allows for limited valgus and varus
2
Q
Blood supply of the menisci
A
Almost all of it is to the outer periphery
Inner portion heals much worse than outer
3
Q
Arteries that supply the knee joint are called
A
Geniculate arteries
4
Q
Temperature of joints
A
Should be cooler than muscle
If warmer, think inflamed or infected
5
Q
What do you examine to assess neurovascular function after a knee injury?
A
Strength Sensation Reflexes Pulses Colour Temperature
6
Q
Strain
A
Injury to muscles and/or tendons
Can vary in severity
7
Q
Sprain
A
Stretch or tear of a ligament
Classified by severity (grades 1, 2, 3)
