Kinematics
posterior roll and glide
what term refers to the angle and direction of the quadriceps pull?
q angle
what is a normal q angle value?
10-15 degrees
What is the primary function of the ACL?
Restraining anterior translation of tibia on femur
Khalil said he felt his knee "give out," what might this tell you as a provider?
cause of instability
with closed chain knee extension, what is the roll and glide of the femur?
anterior roll and posterior glide
what is the process of locking a knee with tibial external rotation at terminal extension?
screw home mechanism
where are the reference points that make up a Q angle?
ASIS --> Mid Patella
Tibial Tuberosity --> Mid Patella
what is a secondary function of the ACL?
rotary stability
Khalil said his knee feels "crunchy," what might that tell you as a provider?
intra articular damage
What osteokinematic motion puts the most strain on anterior translation of the tibia?
Open chain knee extension
what are the bundle names that comprise the ACL?
AMB & PLB
which compartment of the tibial plateau bears more load due to a larger surface area?
medial compartment
what are the attachment sites of the ACL?
Posteromedial aspect of lateral condyle
to the
Lateral anterior aspect of medial intercondylar tibial spine
when the PT optioned open chain knee extension with an ankle weight or unilateral leg press in a stationary seat, which did he pick?
unilateral leg press in a stationary seat