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Fracture
A fracture is a bone break.
Fulkerson osteotomy
The Fulkerson osteotomy is an operation to re-align the tibial tuberosity antero-medially to alter the direction of the forces going through the kneecap. Page updated June 2024 by Dr Sheila Strover (Clinical Editor)
Fulkerson procedure
The Fulkerson procedure is the same thing as a Fulkerson osteotomy.
Full arc extensions
Full arc extensions are early rehabilitation exercises to strengthen the quadriceps and improve range of motion. Page updated January 2024 by Dr Sheila Strover (Clinical Editor)
Full quads stretch
Full quads stretch is a rehabilitation exercise to stretch the quads muscle and tendon.
Full squats (supported)
Full squats (supported) are knee rehabilitation exercises to stregthen the quads and hamstrings.
Functional brace
A functional knee brace is one that supports a damaged ligament in the knee, without immobilising the joint.