Best Evidence Topics

Septic arthritis and joint movements

Report By: Azer Shaikh - ST4 EM
Search checked by Azer Shaikh - ST4 EM
Institution: Royal Bolton Hospital
Date Submitted: 23rd April 2014
Last Modified: 23rd April 2014
Status: Red (incomplete)

Three Part Question

In [adult presenting with acute painful joint] does [active movements over affected joint] useful in [excluding septic arthritis].