No, You Are Not “Double Jointed”
When joint hypermobility is bilateral, one needs to explore systemic issues. Connective tissue disorders may be a contributing factor. The Beighton tests can help assess the magnitude of joint laxity.
When joint hypermobility is bilateral, one needs to explore systemic issues. Connective tissue disorders may be a contributing factor. The Beighton tests can help assess the magnitude of joint laxity.
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.
Evaluating the SI Joint can be challenging with very small amounts of movement and tests with variable statistical values.
Assessing the value of "Special Tests" can be a clinical challenge.
Ankle Sprain Return to Play Recommendations ***Special thanks to Mithe Berends, Annika Colon, Saige Gomez, and Jesse Tierno (DPT Class of 2023) for their contributions to this post. Ankle sprains are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries. Ankle sprains account for 16%-40% of all injuries in sports. For …