Arthrometry, Articular

Measurements of joint flexibility (RANGE OF MOTION, ARTICULAR), usually by employing an angle-measuring device (arthrometer). Arthrometry is used to measure ligamentous laxity and stability. It is often used to evaluate the outcome of ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT replacement surgery.

Year introduced: 2007

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Tree Number(s): E01.370.600.700.500, G11.427.760.500

MeSH Unique ID: D053587

Entry Terms:

• Goniometry, Articular
• Articular Arthrometry
• Articular Goniometry

Previous Indexing:

• Joints (1952-2006)
• Movement (1970-1991)
• Range of Motion, Articular (1991-2006)

All MeSH Categories
Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Category
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Physical Examination
Range of Motion, Articular
Arthrometry, Articular

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Phenomena and Processes Category
Musculoskeletal and Neural Physiological Phenomena
Musculoskeletal Physiological Phenomena
Range of Motion, Articular
Arthrometry, Articular