Lateral Collateral Ligament of the Knee

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Definition/Description

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Purpose

The lateral collateral ligament stress test (varus stress test) is used to estimate the lateral collateral ligament, to see whether it is this ligament that causes the instability in the knee.

The purpose of this test is to determine if there is looseness in the ligament and if an MRI or x-ray would be necessary. Serious tears or ruptures of the lateral collateral ligament may require surgery.

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Clinical Bottom Line

The lateral collateral ligament, located on the lateral side of the knee has its origin on the lateral epicondyle of the femur and his insertion on the fibular head. It is the primary varus stabilizer of the knee. This ligament is restraint to varus rotation from 0-30° of knee flexion and it also acts to resist internal rotation forces of the tibia.

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