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Musculoskeletal Examination

With thanks to Professor Tooke and the Department of Rheumatology, University of Stellenbosch.

Dr Tooke-Introduction

Rheumatological Approach to the Musculoskeletal Examination

Hand and wrist

Examination of the Elbow

Examination of the Shoulder

Examination of the Hip

Examination of the Knee

Examination of the Foot

Examination of the Spine