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MCL Valgus Stress Test

Assesses the integrity of the MCL by applying a valgus force to the knee.

LCL Varus Stress Test

Evaluates the LCL through the application of a varus force to the knee.

Anterior Drawer Test

Tests the integrity of the ACL by pulling the tibia with the knee flexed.

Posterior Drawer Test

Assesses the PCL by pushing the tibia posteriorly with the knee flexed.

Lachman’s Test

Evaluates ACL integrity by stabilizing the femur and pulling the tibia anteriorly at a flexion of 20–30 degrees. (Knee Snapper)

Lever Sign (Lelli’s Test)

Detects ACL rupture by applying a downward force to the femur with a fist under the distal tibia. (Fister)

Pivot Shift Test

Assesses ACL integrity by applying a valgus force and internal rotation while flexing the knee. (Pump out gas).

McMurray’s Test

Detects meniscal tears through tibial rotation while extending the knee. (Medial and Lateral Pump Gas)

Apley’s Distraction Test

Differentiates ligamentous injury by pulling upward on the tibia with the knee flexed.

Apley’s Compression Test

Suggests meniscal injury by compressing while rotating the tibia.

Ege’s Test

Assesses for medial or lateral meniscal tears based on patient squatting in different foot rotations. (Weird Squat one)

Patellar Apprehension Test

Evaluates patellar instability by applying a lateral force to the patella.

Patellar Grind (Clarke’s) Test

Assess the patella joint by applying a downward force to the patella during quads contraction.

Patellar Tap (Ballottement) Test

Detects knee joint effusion by applying a downward force to the patella and observing for movement. (Floater)