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RAMP Lesion of the Knee

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Three Main Combined Lesions: Medial meniscus ramp lesion Lateral meniscus root tear Anterolateral ligament/complex injury Definition of Ramp Lesion: Disruption of the peripheral meniscocapsular attachment of the posterior horn of the medial meniscus. Advancements in technique (2020): Found up to 20% incidence.

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Master the 2-Minute Knee Exam: Essential Tests & Techniques for Knee Pain

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Direct blows and deceleration forces can lead to ligamentous ruptures and cruciate ligament injuries; Noncontact actions like sharp turns or stops can sprain or rupture the ACL; A knee hitting a vehicle dashboard stresses the PCL. Lateral or medial forces typically result in collateral ligament damage.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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C Sign Hip A positive C-sign hip pain test strongly suggests a hip-related diagnosis. 5) Femoroacetabular Impingement Test (FAI Test) Femoroacetabular impingement, an increasingly recognized diagnosis, is particularly prevalent among young, active individuals. 2020 Aug 7;28(4):222-30. 2020 Apr 25;36:9. Age (years).

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Managing Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: New Research Insights and Treatment Strategies

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PFPS is primarily a diagnosis of exclusion, and the following tests can help solidify the diagnosis. Update of risk factors, diagnosis, and management of patellofemoral pain. Noncontact anterior cruciate ligament injuries: risk factors and prevention strategies. 2020 Aug 19:1941738120934715. 2023 Aug 23:100538.

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Lateral Tenodesis in ACL Reconstruction: Why, When and How?

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Measurement and Diagnosis of Instability Current clinical tests (Lachman, Pivot Shift) lack objective quantification. Improving ACL Reconstruction Outcomes Role of Anterolateral Ligament (ALL) in rotational stability remains controversial. Conflicting studies: 2020 study suggests reduced rupture risk in revision cases.