Edmund M. Kosmahl, PT, EdD

Department of Physical Therapy - University of Scranton

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 GONIOMETRY WEB SITE

KNEE EXTENSION

 || Intro. || || Upper Ext. || || Lower Ext. || || Spine || || TMJ ||

 knee extension goniometry picture


Test Position

  • Subject prone
  • Stabilize femur
  • Extend Knee

Normal Range

  • minus 2.0o + or - 3.0o (American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons)

Goniometer Alignment

  • Axis – lateral epicondyle of femur
  • Stationary arm – aligned with greater trochanter
  • Moving arm – aligned with lateral malleolus

Normal End Feel

 

  • Capsular

 || Intro. || || Upper Ext. || || Lower Ext. || || Spine || || TMJ ||

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