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Table 4 Positive findings for special examinations performed on the study knee and performance test results

From: Physical examination findings and their relationship with performance-based function in adults with knee osteoarthritis

Clinical and Performance Tests

Number (%)

Vastus Medialis Oblique Weakness (n = 87)

75 (86)

Positive Ely’s (n = 87)

79 (91)

Positive Ober (n = 85)

29 (34)

Positive Lachmans Test (n = 86)

9 (10)

Positive Varus at 30° (n = 86)

2 (2)

Positive Valgus at 0/30° (n = 86)

16 (19)

Positive McMurray's (n = 86)

29 (34)

Positive Apley's (distraction) (n = 85)

5 (6)

Positive Apley's (compression) (n = 85)

15 (18)

Positive Waldron Sign (n = 87)

65 (75)

Positive Grind Test (n = 87)

49 (56)