Provocative testing engages the gastrocnemius muscle through active plantar flexion and passive dorsiflexion. A positive examination results in popliteal artery compression and manifests as diminished ...

Popliteal artery. With the patient supine, place both hands around the knee and feel in the popliteal space. Slowly lift the knee until it is about 90°. If you cannot detect a pulse, then stop at ...