Evidence-Based Examination of the Knee and Thigh: An Update

Course overview

In this course, users will evaluate the impact and prevalence of knee and thigh dysfunction, understand the imperative patient history elements of a knee and thigh examination, and identify which patient history components are affiliated with knee and thigh pathology. The most common forms of self-report outcomes measures for the knee and thigh are presented and discussed. Viewers will also identify the most prevalent red flags encountered during the knee and thigh examination and differentiate the purposes of each screening test for problems meriting referral. An objective is to synthesize the importance of specific, meaningful clinical findings during the examination process and evaluate the benefit of palpation and manual muscle testing as part of a dedicated clinical examination. Current research is presented throughout the course to provide learners with the proper tools for evidence-based management of these patients. This course is part of a comprehensive clinical series covering examination and intervention for the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, as well as the upper (shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand) and lower (hip, pelvis, knee, foot, and ankle) quarters.