MSK System Terminology

Question 1

What does genu valgum do to structures at the knee?

Answer 1

Increases compression of the lateral tibial condyle and increases stress to the medial structures

Question 2

what does genu varum do to structures at the knee?

Answer 2

Increases compression of the medial tibial condyle and increase stress to the lateral structures

Question 3

What is Q angle? what is normal?

Answer 3

Degree of angulation between midpatella to the ASIS and to the tibial tubuercle

Normal is 13 for males and 18 for females

Question 4

What are the Grades of Sprains?

Answer 4

I: mild pain and swelling, little to no tear of ligament
II: moderate pain and swelling, minimal instability of joint, minimal to moderate tearing of the ligament, decreased ROM
III: severe pain and swelling, substantial joint instability, total tear of ligament, substantial decrease in ROM

Question 5

What are the Grades of Strain?

Answer 5

I: localized pain, minimal swelling, and tenderness
II: localized pain, moderate swelling, tenderness, and impaired motor function
III: a palpable defect of the muscle, severe pain, and poor motor function

Question 6

what is the difference between edema and effusion?

Answer 6

Edema: increased volume of fluid in the soft tissue outside of the joint capsule

Effusion: increased volume of fluid within a joint capsule