Knee

Question 1

Sprain of the ligament that prevents anterior displacement of tibia

With severe tears, surgery is used because the ACL cannot heal on its own

Answer 1

ACL Sprain

Non-contact twisting, knee hyperextension, varus/valgus

Question 2

Sprain of ligament that prevents valgus movement

Around 2 months to fully heal

Answer 2

MCL Sprain

Contact or noncontact, fixed foot, tibial rotational injury with valgus force

Question 3

Injury to knee with rotation in WB

Quick recovery with treatment

Answer 3

Meniscus Tear

Caused decreased mobility; high risk with ACL deficiency

Question 4

Self-limiting condition with irritations of the patellar ligament

Generally, heals with treatment, but it can take time

Answer 4

Osgood-Schlatter Disease

Caused by repetitive traction on the tibial tuberosity apophysis

Question 5

General term describing pain in the anterior knee

Therapy response is good

Answer 5

Patello-femoral Syndrome

Caused by repetitive compressive/shearing of the joint

Question 6

Sprain of ligament that prevents posterior displacement of tibia

Depends on the severity of the condition

Answer 6

PCL Sprain

Injured in knee hyper-flexion

Question 7

Fracture of the epiphyseal (growth) plate

There are ten classifications of fractures, with ten being the worst prognosis (the plate is crushed)

Answer 7

Epiphyseal Fracture

This type of fracture is common for children

Question 8

Fracture of the patella or kneecap

Depending on type of fracture, surgery may be required

Answer 8

Patella Fracture

Caused by a direct hard blow to the front of knee

Question 9

Fracture in the proximal part of the tibia

Main goal of treatment is to have a stable, aligned, and painless joint

Answer 9

Tibial Plateau Fracture

Caused by osteoporosis or a major injury such as a fall or serious accident