Posterolateral Corner (PLC) injury Flashcards by Wei Xu | Brainscape

Q

PLC consist of what structures

A

LCL
Popliteus Tendon
Popliteofibular Ligament
Posterolateral capsule

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PLC and PCL resist

A

Varus rotation
External Tibial rotation
Posterior Tibia Translation

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Q

Clinical Findings of PLC injuries

A

static knee varus alignment
Dynamic varus thrust during stance phase of gait

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Q

What is Dial Rotation test for?

A

at 30 degrees flexion: testing PLC
at 90 degrees flexion: testing PCL

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