The Cribsiders S4 Ep86: Overuse Injuries - The Leg Bone’s Connected to the Foot Bone!
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Jun 7, 2023 AI Snips
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Approach to Knee Pain
- Approach musculoskeletal complaints by reviewing anatomy and gathering clues from the patient's history.
- Divide the knee into sections, maintain a consistent exam approach (inspection, palpation, ROM, strength, special tests), and always examine the hip along with the knee.
ACL/PCL Testing
- Use the Lockman's test for ACL/PCL assessment, as it's more sensitive and specific than the anterior/posterior drawer tests.
- Stabilize the distal femur and translate the tibia to assess laxity, describing the endpoint as firm, boggy, or soft.
Differential Diagnosis of Knee Pain
- Differentiate acute knee injuries (ligament tears, meniscus tears, fractures) from chronic ones (overuse, tendinitis).
- In children, consider cartilage injuries differently than in adults, as children's cartilage can soften and develop defects.