Patellar Grind Test

Video demonstrating the patellar grind test. View the complete knee examination learning module at https://sites.google.com/a/umich.edu/fammed-modules/

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(English captions by Trisha Paul from the University of Michigan)

The Patellar Grind Test assesses for patella
femoral syndrome.

With the knee extended, push the patella into
the trochlear groove of the femur.

Pain is a positive test.