Varus Stress Test Assessment

This video tutorial by Physiotutors demonstrates the Varus Stress Test for assessing lateral collateral ligament injury in the knee joint. The video discusses the limited diagnostic accuracy of the test, referencing a study with low sensitivity and no specificity data. It provides a detailed procedure for conducting the test, including patient positioning and hand placement, and explains how to interpret the results by looking for excessive gapping and pain reproduction. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to subscribe and explore related content on knee ligament assessments.

What is the sensitivity percentage of the Varus Stress Test according to the study by Harilainen et al.?

• 100%

• 75%

• 25%

• 50%

In what position should the patient be placed to start the Varus Stress Test?

• Prone with legs extended

• Sitting with legs bent

• Supine with legs extended

• Standing with legs straight

Where should the examiner place their hands during the Varus Stress Test?

• On the lateral side of the femur and ankle

• On the medial side of the femur and above the ankle

• On the knee cap and below the ankle

• On the thigh and foot

What movement is applied to the knee joint during the Varus Stress Test?

• Medial rotation and abduction

• Flexion and extension

• Inversion and eversion

• Lateral rotation and adduction

What are you looking for when conducting the Varus Stress Test?

• Swelling around the knee

• Decreased knee extension

• Excessive gapping and pain on the lateral side

• Increased knee flexion

At what degree of knee flexion should the Varus Stress Test be repeated?

• 60 to 70 degrees

• 40 to 50 degrees

• 20 to 30 degrees

• 10 to 15 degrees

What additional resources are suggested for learning about knee joint assessments?

• Video on Valgus Stress Test

• Article on knee anatomy

• Podcast on sports injuries

• Book on physical therapy

Who is the presenter of the video on the Varus Stress Test?

• Andreas

• Dr. Smith

• Professor Lee

• Dr. Johnson