Eversion Stress Test
Purpose[edit | edit source]
The Eversion Stress Test evaluates the integrity of the deltoid ligament and aids in determining the degree of instability after a medial ankle sprain[1][2].
Technique[edit | edit source]
The patient is supine, side lying, or seated comfortable with the knee bent 90 degrees and gastrocnemius relaxed. The heel is held from below by one hand by the therapist while the other hand holds the lower leg. While maintaining the ankle in a neutral position, the clinician applies an abduction force to the calcaneus to tilt the talus[1].
Increased talar tilt or pain over the deltoid ligament, when compared bilaterally, indicates a positive test. A spongy or indefinite end feel is indicative of a complete tear[3][4].
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Starkey C, Brown SD. Examination of orthopedic & athletic injuries. FA Davis; 2015 Feb 6.
- ↑ de Vries JS, Kerkhoffs GM, Blankevoort L, van Dijk CN. Clinical evaluation of a dynamic test for lateral ankle ligament laxity. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc. 2010 May;18(5):628-33.
- ↑ Prentice W, Arnheim D. Principles of athletic training: A competency-based approach. McGraw-Hill Higher Education; 2013 Jan 25.
- ↑ Manganaro D, Alsayouri K. Anatomy, Bony Pelvis and Lower Limb, Ankle Joint. In: StatPearls. StatPearls Publishing, Treasure Island (FL); 2020.
