You have detected the presence of crepitus on examination of a patient with a musculoskeletal complaint.Additionally, there is limited range of motion (ROM) with both active and passive movement.These findings suggest that the origin of the musculoskeletal complaint is:

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Crepitus is the grinding or popping sensation felt or heard during joint movement, which indicates articular involvement in the musculoskeletal complaint. Additionally, limited ROM with both active and passive movement also indicates joint involvement, suggesting an articular origin of the complaint.

You Have Detected the Presence of Crepitus on Examination of a Patient