NON-MECHANICAL SYMPTOMS

Question 1

▪ Constant pain in affected area
▪ Look for decreased hair growth, shiny atrophic tight smooth skin, decreased temp, diminished or absent pulses, and/or pallor
▪ Differentiate from mechanical problem

Answer 1

Arterial insufficiency

Question 2

▪ Symptoms may mimic mechanical problem

• Post static dyskinesia relieved by activity
• Pain usually more diffuse
• Must be ruled out via radiographic evaluation

Answer 2

Inflammatory Arthritis