Collateral Ligament Tears

Question 1

Collateral ligament tears

Answer 1

tear of the medial or lateral ligament

Question 2

function of collateral ligaments

Answer 2

prevent a valgus or varus force on the legs

Question 3

causes

Answer 3

injury

Question 4

signs

Answer 4

pain
popping sensation
difficulty walking
valgus/varus deformity

Question 5

investigations

Answer 5

x-ray - fractures

MRI - ligaments

Question 6

management

Answer 6

analgesia
rest
ice
compression
physio
walking aids
surgery