title: Manipulation for locked knee.
abstract: There is a type of locked knee in which the last 10 to 40 degrees of extension are lost. The manipulation used in the treatment of six patients is described. Manipulation in this instance should primarily be regarded as a first aid procedure to restore function and to stop the pain. The condition is usually caused by an abnormality of the lateral meniscus and meniscectomy may be required later.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007592:Joint Diseases / Q000628:therapy; D007717:Knee; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000628:therapy; D008297:Male; D008349:Manipulation, Orthopedic / Q000379:methods; D008875:Middle Aged