Goniometry: Knee Flexion
Contents
Anatomical Movement
Knee flexion
Testing position
Patient is in prone with test-side ankle off plinth and leg in extension.
Goniometer Placement
| AXIS LOCATION | STATIONARY ARM | MOVEMENT ARM |
|---|---|---|
| lateral epicondyle of the femur | along the femur to the greater trochanter | along the fibula to lateral malleolus |
Expected Findings
Expected range of motion in prone is 135 degrees[1]
References
- ↑ Norkin CC, White DJ. Measurement of joint motion: a guide to goniometry. FA Davis; 2016 Nov 18.
