Relating passive movement treatment to some diagnoses

When a patient is referred for treatment by passive movement, diagnosis is not the only factor which determines the kind of treatment movement to be used: the presenting symptoms and signs will also have much influence. There are, however, diagnoses which completely direct, or restrict, the kind of treatment to be used. The diagnosis of torn medial meniscus of the knee is one, particular manipulative techniques being required for this complaint. Another example is rheumatoid arthritis, in which the ligamentous tissue undergoes change and is weakened, thus restricting the strength of techniques. The importance of diagnosis can be seen from the above examples.