During this interval there is rapid plantar flexion of the ankle joint due to concentric contraction of the triceps surae muscle. |
At physical examination at the time of discharge, she was alert and able to converse and had limited flexion in the lower extremities. |
Diagnosis is made using the varus stress test or by noting increased external knee rotation with flexion. |
The pelvis was anteverted, and there was a flexion deformity of both knees. |
I can still walk fine, but at the end point of flexion there is some tightness and pain around the inside ankle bone. |
Normal hip range of motion includes abduction, adduction, circumduction, extension, and flexion. |