Observations, Assessments, Transfers Flashcards
soleus flexibility assessment
partial squat
WBDF test (weight bearing dorsiflexion test)
could also be due to limitation in ankle movement
toes mmt (Flexor Digitorum Longus & Brevis, Extensor Digitorum Longus)
knee observation - gait pattern
- antalgic gait (limping) = stance phase shortened on painful side
- circumduction
- knee hyper extension
- use of walking aids
knee observation
general: look for symmetry, scars, bruising, redness/looseness of tissue, muscle bulk (atrophy, hypertrophy, symmetry), deformity, willingness of pt to move
anterior view: height of landmarks (patellae), Q angle (normal = 13-18 degrees), tubercle sulcus angle (normal
posterior view: height of landmarks (popliteal folds/creases)
lateral view: genu recurvatum, osgood-schlatter’s disease
patellar path: from extension to flexion should go lateral, then medial (note that initial unlocking of the knee from full extension will shift patella medial)
hip RISOM abduction and adduction
pt supine, hip 0 degree of abd/add (for both)
Measurement of Q angle
- measurement btw rectus femoris and patellar tendon
- normal = ~13 (males) and ~18 (females)
ankle observation