Knee Motion Goniometry

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Flashcards reviewing patient positioning and goniometer alignment (axis, stationary arm, and moveable arm) for knee flexion and extension.

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Knee Flexion: Patient Position

Supine

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Knee Flexion: Axis

Lateral epicondyle of the femur

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Knee Flexion: Stationary Arm

Lateral midline of the femur using the greater trochanter for reference

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Knee Flexion: Moveable Arm

Lateral midline of the fibula using the lateral malleolus and fibular head for reference

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Knee Extension: Patient Position

Supine

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Knee Extension: Axis

Lateral epicondyle of the femur

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Knee Extension: Stationary Arm

Lateral midline of the femur using the greater trochanter for reference

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Knee Extension: Moveable Arm

Lateral midline of the fibula using the lateral malleolus and fibular head for reference