Please review information on total knee replacement surgery prior to reading this section. Partial knee replacement surgery (PKRS) is limited to patients who have osteoarthritis in only one compartment of the knee (see anatomy section). While the entire knee joint is replaced in total knee replacement, only the affected compartment is replaced in partial knee
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In order to better understand the various knee topics covered in this website, it is important to understand the anatomy and function of the knee. This section covers basic knee anatomy. The knee is the largest joint in the body and it is also one of the most complex. The knee joint is made up
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Total knee replacement surgery (TKRS) is a type of surgery in which arthritic or damaged surfaces of the knee joint are removed and replaced. TKRS is performed when other types of treatment are not effective in controlling the pain due to damage to the articular cartilage. What are the goals of total knee replacement
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September 8 is celebrated as World Physical Therapy Day. This year the World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) has put together a great toolkit of information and graphics for sharing and spreading the word on the web and across your social media channels. See below for a gallery of mini infographics WCPT has made available. Right-click
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The Scarf Test — also called the cross-arm adduction test or horizontal adduction test — is an orthopedic examination technique used to identify pathology of the acromioclavicular (AC) joint. It is most commonly used to assess AC joint osteoarthritis and ligament injury, and earns its name from the arm position required: the patient’s arm crosses
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The Hyperextension-Internal Rotation (HERI) Test is an orthopedic examination technique used to assess anterior glenohumeral instability. It evaluates the integrity of the anterior capsular structures — primarily the inferior glenohumeral ligament (IGHL) — by placing the shoulder in a position that stresses the anterior restraints and measuring the resulting range of motion asymmetry between sides.
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Tissue Distraction Release with Movement (TDR-WM) Abstract The practise of cupping has been used for thousands of years and continues to be a common medical intervention in traditional Chinese medicine. The latest systematic review on cupping concludes that, to date, there is only low-quality evidence indicating that cupping may be effective for reducing musculoskeletal pain.
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Orthopedic special tests are structured clinical assessments used to help rule in or rule out specific musculoskeletal conditions. They work best as part of a full clinical picture — combined with subjective history, observation, and other objective findings. Browse by body region below. Want a printable quick reference? The PT Special Tests Cheat Sheet covers
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Shockwave therapy is a modality that is becoming more common in the field of physical therapy, as well as other health care fields. Shockwave therapy, or extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT), is used in the treatment of many musculoskeletal conditions, primarily those involving connective tissues such as ligaments and tendons. One of the most common
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If you’re setting up a clinic, adding to an existing modality lineup, or shopping for a portable unit for home visits, therapeutic ultrasound is one of the more straightforward purchases. But the spec sheets can be confusing, and cheap units can produce uneven or unreliable output. This page covers what actually matters. For a clinical
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