The Patella – More than Just a Sesamoid Bone
Although the patellofemoral joint is not a true articulation, is serves a very important purpose. As the largest sesamoid bone in the body, it forms the least congruent joint in the body.
The “Other” Cruciate Ligament, AKA PCL
The posterior cruciate (PCL) is composed of two bands that blend together. It attaches to the posterior intercondylar area and passes anterosuperiorly to insert into the lateral surface of the medial femoral condyle. The PCL is responsible for posterior translation of the tibia on the femur in open kinetic chain and anterior translation of the femur on the tibia in closed kinetic chain.
Are you using PRECISE measures?
Are you using PRECISE measures? Orthopedics is about precision. Why do we wiggle a joint and subjectively draw a conclusion about its instability? We need to do better. Research has demonstrated digital inclinometers are a more accurate method of assessment (6° minimum significant difference) of knee range of motion than …
Selecting the Best Meniscal Tests
With a variety of knee meniscal tests available, one needs to appreciate the options, the proper techniques, and the statistical implications to make evidence-based clinical decisions.
When are Knee Radiographs Recommended?
When are Knee Radiographs Recommended? When evaluating injuries to the knee it is usually helpful to know something about the mechanism of injury, the environment, and the footwear. The timing/location of the pain and the timing/magnitude of the swelling can yield valuable information about the injury. We …