Orthopaedics & MSK — Flashcards

What is the gold-standard investigation for a meniscal tear? _____

_____ elbow = lateral epicondylitis Golfer's elbow = medial epicondylitis

Lateral epicondylitis is also known as _____ elbow, whereas Medial epicondylitis is known as Golfer's elbow.

_____ = inflammatory and/or degenerative changes of ≥ 1 rotator cuff tendons

The _____ are two crescent-shaped fibrocartilaginous structures positioned between the femur & tibia, serving to distribute load, absorb shock, & enhance joint stability

Local _____ decrease ↓ collagen synthesis thus are associated with tendon rupture

Hint: drug

_____ test is used to identify lateral epicondylitis

The _____ is a common knee injury in contact sports due to lateral force applied to a(n) planted/fixed leg

The Golfer's elbow test for medial epicondylitis involves palpating the medial epicondyle while passively _____ the forearm and extending the elbow and _____. \n+ve result: Pain at the medial epicondyle.

Knee pain, restricted extension, joint line tenderness, joint effusion, and popping / clicking on manouvres** is suggestive of _____

Hint: diagnosis