Knee Injuries Review

Which of the following are predisposing factors for a patellar dislocation? (Multiple correct answers.)

• Deep trochlear groove.

• Hamstrings stronger than quadriceps.

• Flat under surface of the patella

• Stronger vastus lateralis vs. vastus medialis

• Large q-angle

The patella will usually dislocate to the _______ side.

• Lateral

• Medial

• Posterior

• Inferior

Which of the following is the most common cause of a patellar fracture?

• Direct blow

• Severe pull by the quadriceps w/ back pedaling or stopping quickly

What is the nickname for patellar tendonitis?

Which of the following repetitive athletic skills are more likely to lead to patellar tendonitis? (multiple correct answers)

• Climbing stairs

• Jumping

• Squatting

• Running

• kicking or leg extension

Which of the following is a visible and palpable signs of patellar tendonitis?

• p.t over patellar tendon

• mild edema

• increased skin temperature over ligament

• Change in gait pattern

• A positive apprehension test

What populations are more likely to rupture the patellar tendon?

• Teenage females w/a hx of patellar dislocation

• Athletes with a hx of cortisone injections

• 30 to 40 year old males w/a hx of patellar tendonitis

• Teenage boys who are tall and thin

• Inactive middle aged women

NSAIDS would be a treatment option for patellar tendonitis.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a quadriceps muscle?

• Rectus femoris

• Vastus medialis

• Bicep Femoris

• Vastus lateralis

Which of the following is not a hamstring muscles?

• Semimembranosus

• Semitendinosus

• Sartorius

• Bicep femoris