Assessment of Ligament and Tendon Injuries

What is the Lachman Test used to assess?

• Stability of the ACL

• Stability of the PCL

• Stability of the MCL

• Stability of the LCL

At what degree is the knee flexed during the Anterior Drawer Test for the ACL?

• 20-30 degrees

• 45 degrees

• 60 degrees

• 90 degrees

Which test is used to assess the PCL with a posterior force?

• Lachman Test

• Anterior Drawer Test

• Posterior Drawer Test

• Varus Stress Test

What does the Sag Sign indicate?

• ACL injury

• PCL injury

• MCL injury

• LCL injury

Which force is applied in the Valgus Stress Test?

• Inward (valgus)

• Outward (varus)

• Upward

• Downward

What is the Varus Stress Test used to assess?

• ACL

• PCL

• MCL

• LCL

Which test involves the arm being abducted to 90 degrees with the thumb pointing down?

• Drop Arm Test

• Speed's Test

• Empty Can Test

• Yergason's Test

What does a sudden drop in the Drop Arm Test indicate?

• Biceps tendon tear

• Rotator cuff tear

• ACL tear

• PCL tear

What is the purpose of Yergason's Test?

• Assess the ACL

• Assess the PCL

• Assess the biceps tendon

• Assess the LCL

What is the main purpose of special tests for ligament and tendon injuries?

• To increase flexibility

• To assess integrity

• To improve strength

• To enhance endurance