Collateral Ligament Flashcards
1
Q
What is function of lateral and medial collateral ligaments
A
Lateral - resist varus force on knee
Medial - resist valgus force on knee
2
Q
EPIDEMIOLOGY
Which injury is most common
A
Medial collateral ligament
3
Q
AETIOLOGY
Main cause
A
Excessive varus or valgus force onto the knee, such as in sports
4
Q
CLINICAL FEATURES
Presentation
A
- Knee pain
- On exam
- Increased laxity with valgus/varus stress
5
Q
Increased laxity with varus or valgus stress suggests
A
Varus - lateral injury
Valgus - medial injury
6
Q
INVESTIGATIONS
First choice
A
- Clinical diagnosis supported by imaging
- X ray - eliminate fracture
7
Q
MANAGEMENT
General principles
A
- Conservative
- Physiotherapy
- Operative
- Orthopaedic surgery for severe tears
