Other Terminology Flashcards
1
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Q angle
A
the degree of angulation when measuring from the mid patella to the ASIS and the tibial tubercle, measured in supine with knee straight
Female norm = 18 degrees
Male norm = 13 degrees
2
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Grade I Sprain
A
- mild pain and swelling
- little or no tear of ligament
3
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Grade II Sprain
A
- moderate pain and swelling
- minimal instability of the joint
- minimal to moderate tearing of the ligament
- decreased ROM
4
Q
Grade III Sprain
A
- severe pain and swelling
- substantial joint instability
- total tear of the ligament
- substantial decrease in range of motion
5
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Grade I Strain
A
- local pain
- minimal swelling
- tenderness
6
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Grade II Strain
A
- local pain
- moderate swelling
- tenderness
- impaired motor function
7
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Grade III Strain
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- palpable defect of the muscle
- severe pain
- poor motor function
8
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Sprain definition
A
acute injury involving a ligament
9
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Strain definition
A
an injury involving the musculotendinous unit that involves a muscle, tendon, or their attachments to the bone
