Apley's Compression Test

Video demonstrating apley's compression 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)

In the prone position, Apley's compression test evaluates for

meniscal tear.

Flex the knee to ninety degrees, apply an
axial force along the tibia, and rotate

the tibia.

Pain is a positive test.