Which of the following structural abnormalities will contribute to an increased Q-angle?
a. Femoral retroversion
b. Tibial medial torsion
c. Femoral anteversion
d. Tight adductor muscles
ANS: C
Femoral medial torsion (anteversion) is often accompanied by tibial lateral torsion resulting in a larger Q-angle.
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