Additional treatment goals are deformity correction and ligament retensioning of the knee ligaments. Joint Contractures Joints may be limited in their movement from tight muscles or capsule or from scarring in the joint. Treatment goals are correction of deformities and increasing the range of motion of the joint. Treatment goals are elimination of infection and associated problems such as nonunion, deformity, and limb length discrepancy. Arthritic Joints Arthritic joints are those in which the cartilage has worn down, leading to pain, deformity, and limitation of motion.
Treatment goals are reasonable increases in stature.