Valgus stress test

Question 1

purpose

Answer 1

integrity of ulnar collateral ligament

Question 2

pt/therapist position

Answer 2

pt: sitting or supine with entire limb supported and stabilized
therapist: standing beside pt facing pt

Question 3

procedure

Answer 3

1. keeping arm stabilized therapist applies valgus force at elbow in full extension
2. test repeated with elbow in 20 degrees of elbow flexion

Question 4

positive test

Answer 4

reproduction of their symptoms or laxity