ANKYLOSIS
The following techniques for determining impairment ratings for
Ankylosis and the use of the goniometer is for the purpose of determining the
degree of Ankylosis clinically rather than radiographically. In determining the
impairment for this condition, loss of motion shall not be used. An alternate
method for determining impairment can be based on radiographic methods as
hereinafter provided. Diagrams for performing testing to determine impairment
ratings are as follows:
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