moving valgus stress test

Question 1

purpose

Answer 1

integrity of UCL

Question 2

pt/therapist position

Answer 2

pt: sitting or supine with shoulder abducted to around 90 degrees and elbow flexed close to end range
therapist: if supine = beside pt, if seated = behind pt

Question 3

procedure

Answer 3

1. apply valgus stress at elbow with one hand

2. maintaining valgus stress quickly extend the pt’s elbow

Question 4

positive test

Answer 4

reproduction of their symptoms