Knee special tests

Question 1

Patellar tilt

Answer 1

The knee is extended and the patella is grasped between the thumb and forefinger. The medial aspect of the patella is then compressed posteriorly while the lateral aspect is elevated.

Positive: produces pain and apprehension.

Question 2

McMurray’s test

Answer 2

IR of the tibia + Varus stress = lateral meniscus

ER of the tibia + Valgus stress = medial meniscus

Positive: pain, snapping, clicking, locking