conditions
what is the name of the condition for a break in the bone?
fractures
what are the signs/symptoms of IT band syndrome?
irritation over outside of the knee and pain with movement
what does PRICE stand for?
protection, rest, ice, compression, and elevation
what are the special tests for an ACL injury?
what causes patellar tendonitis?
high-force repetitive strain such as sports that require fast running and abrupt changes of direction
ACL tear
what are the signs/symptoms of a meniscus tear? (name 2)
mild knee swelling, pain, popping, locking, giving away of the knee, and tenderness in joint spaces
what is the treatment for an MCL and LCL sprain?
PRICE
what is the special test for an MCL sprain?
valgus stress test
what causes fractures in the knee area?
high-energy trauma
what is the name of the condition where there is a visible bump on the tibia where the patellar tendon of the quadriceps muscles attach?
osgood-schlatter condition
what are the signs/symptoms of patellar tendonitis? (name 2)
anterior knee pain, tenderness of the tendon, and sometimes small swelling
what is the acute car for an ACL tear?
splinting, icing, compressive wrapping, and crutches
fat-pad compression test
what causes an MCL sprain?
outward force on the medial tibiofemoral joint
what is the name of the condition where the structure of the region of fatty tissue under the patellar tendon is inflamed and painful?
fat pad syndrome
what are the signs/symptoms of a PCL tear?
a positive "sag test"
what is the treatment for a PCL tear?
PRICE, physical therapy, and strong rehabilitation
name the test: examiner presses medially at the knee, while holding the leg at the ankle (increased movement compared to uninjured knee can indicate LCL damage)
varus stress test
what causes IT band syndrome?
inflammation of the iliotibial band
what is the name of the condition where there knee pain and dysfunction arise from the patellofemoral joint?
patellofemoral problems
what are the signs/symptoms of an MCL sprain? (name 2)
limited motion in full flexion and extension, swelling of the medial knee, tenderness on the MCL at joint line, and pain
what is the treatment for patellar tendonitis?
activity modification, nonimpact activities (cycling and swimming), stretching, icing, braces, and taping
describe the special test for a meniscus tear?
athlete laying supine, examiner applies internal and external tibial rotation while moving the knee from flexion and extension (click felt while manipulating is being performed is a positive sign)
what causes osgood-schlatter condition?
traction of the bone growth plate