Screw Home Mechanism and Q Angle Flashcards by Ethan Ziegler | Brainscape

Q

Screw Home to fully extend

A

Tibia rotates externally for proper alignment

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Q

Unlock to come into flexion after full extension

A

tibia rotates internally

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Q

Men Q angle

A

15 degrees or less

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Q

Women Q angle

A

20 degrees or less

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