How does the Thessaly test differ from the McMurray test for meniscal tears?

How does the Thessaly test differ from the McMurray test for meniscal tears?

• A. The Thessaly test is weight-bearing with knee flexed 5-20 degrees and rotated internally and externally; McMurray is non-weight bearing with rotation and extension.
• B. The Thessaly test is non-weight bearing with knee in full extension; McMurray is weight-bearing with rotation.
• C. The Thessaly test uses varus/valgus stress; McMurray uses rotation only.
• D. The Thessaly test requires palpation of the joint line; McMurray does not.

Answer: (A)