title: Clinical evaluation of patients with patellofemoral disorders.
abstract: Accurate clinical evaluation of patients with patellofemoral disorders is the cornerstone of effective treatment. This article defines how a careful history and physical examination can direct strategies for nonoperative and operative management. A critical analysis of traditional methods of evaluation and a streamlined rational approach to clinical evaluation is presented. Key questions and important physical findings that affect treatment decisions are emphasized.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedics, Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center, Morgantown, West Virginia 26506-9196, USA.
authors.forename: W R
authors.initials: WR
authors.lastname: Post
mesh_terms: D005269:Femur; D006801:Humans; D007592:Joint Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D007717:Knee; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis*; D007719:Knee Joint; D010329:Patella / Q000293:injuries*; D010808:Physical Examination; D016474:Weight-Bearing