In Approximately How Many Degrees of Flexion Should the Knee

question 18

Multiple Choice

In approximately how many degrees of flexion should the knee be placed to isolate the MCL for the valgus stress test?

• A) 5°
• B) 15°
• C) 25°
• D) 35°

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