varus stress test

Indications

• test lateral collateral ligament

Procedure

• with the patient supine, the knee fully extended, hold one hand at the medial knee, then apply varus force using the other hand at the lateral ankle

Interpretation

• excessive laxity at the knee joint is a positive sign

More general terms

• physical examination of the knee

Additional terms

• fibular collateral ligament (lateral collateral ligament)
• knee pain