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Elbow Varus Stress Test
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Other Names
- LCL Stress Test
- Varus elbow stress test for radial collateral ligament tear
Purpose
- Evaluate the integrity of the elbow Lateral Collateral Ligament
Description
- The patient can be supine, seated or standing
- The elbow is held in sight flexion at 20° with one of the examiners arms on medial side of the elbow
- The other arm holds the wrist and applies a varus stress to the joint
- A positive test
- Pain or laxity on the affected arm compared to the contralateral limb
Pathology
Evidence
- Unknown
See Also
References
Created by:
John Kiel on 24 July 2019 23:51:54
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7 April 2022 16:32:05
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