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  2. Genu valgum - Wikipedia

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    Genu valgum, commonly called "knock-knee", is a condition in which the knees angle in and touch each other when the legs are straightened. [1] Individuals with severe valgus deformities are typically unable to touch their feet together while simultaneously straightening the legs.

  3. Patellar reflex - Wikipedia

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    The patellar reflex, also called the knee reflex or knee-jerk, is a stretch reflex which tests the L2, L3, and L4 segments of the spinal cord. Many animals, most significantly humans, have been seen to have the patellar reflex, including dogs, cats, horses, and other mammalian species.

  4. Posterior cruciate ligament injury - Wikipedia

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    Some exercises to strengthen the quadriceps and hamstring muscles include leg curls, leg lifts, prone knee flexion with resistance band and knee extensions. Some stretches to help prevent injury to the posterior cruciate ligament include stretching of the hamstring muscles by extending the legs, toes pointing up, leaning forward until the ...

  5. Patellofemoral pain syndrome - Wikipedia

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    The pain is generally in the front of the knee and comes on gradually. [2] [4] Pain may worsen with sitting down with a bent knee for long periods of time, excessive use, or climbing and descending stairs. [1] [5] While the exact cause is unclear, it is believed to be due to overuse.

  6. Stretch reflex - Wikipedia

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    The patellar reflex (knee jerk) is an example of the stretch reflex and it is used to determine the sensitivity of the stretch reflex. Reflexes can be tested as part of a neurological examination, often if there is an injury to the central nervous system. To test the reflex, the muscle should be in a neutral position.

  7. Knee examination - Wikipedia

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    To test for the lateral meniscus, the varus force, internal rotation are applied to the leg while extending the knee. Any clicking, popping, or catching at the respective joint line indicates the corresponding meniscal tear. [1] In Apley compression test, the person lie down in prone position with the knee flexed at 90 degrees. One hand is used ...

  8. Experts Say Walking Backwards Could Be a Key to Better Knee ...

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    Sanchez is level-headed about the practice: "Backwards walking is something that can be added to your normal routine if you are looking to decrease knee pain, challenge different muscle groups, or ...

  9. Joint locking (medicine) - Wikipedia

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    Complaints of locking sensation in the knee joint can be divided into true locking and pseudo locking. True locking happens when the intra-articular structure (e.g. ligaments) [1] is damaged, or a loose body is present inside the joint, or there is a meniscal tear. The knee can be unlocked by rotating the leg and full movement can be restored.

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