You should inspect from the front, sides and behind:
Ask about any pain and then start by examining the normal side:
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Test active then passive movements:
Lateral collateral ligament
Flex elbow to 30Λand apply varus force while forearm supinated
Medial collateral ligament
Flex elbow to 30Λand apply valgus force while forearm pronated
Tennis elbow test
With elbow at 90Λ, forearm pronated, and wrist fully flexed,Β ask patient to extend wrist while applying resistance (pain at lateral epicondyle = positive test)
Golferβs elbow test
With elbow at 90Λ, forearm pronated, and wrist fully extended,Β ask patient to flex wrist while applying resistance (pain at medial epicondyle = positive test)
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How is valgus force applied to the elbow joint?
To apply a vaLgus force, press on theΒ Lateral side of the joint
How is varus force applied to the elbow joint?
To apply a varus force, press on the medial side of the joint
What is Golfers elbow?
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What are some differentials of elbow pain?
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Please can you name two ligaments in the elbow?
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What is the most common fracture to affect the elbow?
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