Patellar Apprehension Test

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The Patellar Apprehension Test evaluates for patellar subluxation or dislocation. With knee extended, the examiner pushes medially and laterally on the patella in attempt to sublux the patella. Painful apprehension requesting to stop the test is a positive test.

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