A good mnemonic to remember: Feeling Extra Cold Today In Erie, Better ADd layers!” (note: Better is to remind you to ABduct before you ADduct!) Steps: Done in the specific order. Flexion (120°) Extension (30°) + support hip on other side Circumduction with compression: small circles → big circles (Counter-clockwise […]
Category: Range of Motion of the LL
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Flexion/extension: 120-150 degrees / 0 to -10 degrees) Internal/external rotation: 10 degrees bilaterally
Note: Passive motion exceeds active motion Knee position affects hip motion due to muscles that cross both hip & knee joints Stabilizing pelvis is necessary to accurately assess hip motion Always stabilize the pelvis and don’t forget to compare BOTH sides! Flexion (patient supine): ~90° with knee extended, flexed knee […]
