LCL injury Flashcards
1
Q
What type of stress causes LCL injury
A
Varus
2
Q
Where is the pressure applied
A
medial aspect of the knee joint
3
Q
what is the origin and insertion of LCL
A
- lateral epicondyle
- fibula head
4
Q
What is the function of the LCL
A
prevents lateral opening of tibia on femur during varus stress
5
Q
What is the Varus stress test
A
- 0 +20 degree knee flexion
- pressure applied to medial side of knee
