How to do a Knee CAR (controlled articular rotation)
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The basic articulations:
Flexion and Extension
Internal and External Rotation
The Knee CAR (controlled articular rotation):
Bend the knee into flexion and rotate the tibia to one direction at end range
Maintain rotation and take the knee into extension
While in extension, rotate the tibia in the opposite direction to end range
Maintain the rotation and take the knee back into flexion
Avoid moving the thigh (femur) when rotating
Always express current end ranges
Repeat again or in the opposite direction if desired
