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Feb 4
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Pediatric Lower Extremity Evaluation

Kyle Rice
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Hallie presents with bilateral anterior knee pain and an in-toeing gait. Craig’s test reveals 10° of femoral anteversion on both sides. Which of the following special tests is MOST appropriate to further assess the cause of the in-toeing?

A) FABER test

B) Tibial torsion test

C) Q-angle measurement

D) Thomas test

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