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Physical examination of the knee

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Even with the rapid advancement in technology and medical imaging, there is still no substitute for the history and physical examination that can be obtained from a patient. With a well-performed history and physical, the majority of pathology can be determined prior to any expensive imaging or surgical procedures. The knee is one of the most commonly injured joints, and its function is critical to basic ambulation and participation in sports, work, and activities of daily living. This article reviews the key concepts to a complete evaluation of the knee and highlights aspects of the physical examination and radiographie imaging that best aid in diagnosing knee pathology.

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Orndorff, D.G., Hart, J.A. & Miller, M.D. Physical examination of the knee. Curr Sports Med Rep 4, 243–248 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11932-005-0003-y

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