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capsular pattern |
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capsular pattern, a series of limitations of joint movement when the joint capsule is a limiting structure. An example is the range in glenohumeral joints, from flexion as the least limited movement to external rotation as the most limited movement. It occurs only in synovial joints that are controlled by muscles and not in joints that depend primarily on ligamentous stability, such as the sacroiliac. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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This pattern of limited passive motion is due to the capsular pattern of the hip, as described by Dr. A large portion of the Cyriax examination consists of making clinical observations such as the capsular pattern of an involved joint. This fits the Cyriax capsular pattern, in which internal rotation is the first motion lost in hip joint problems. |
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