Table 1 Physical examination
Test | Gradation |
|---|---|
At baseline | |
Valgus stability | Grade 1/2/3 |
Pivot shift | Positive/negative |
Position of the axis | Normal/valgus/varus |
Motor function and sensibility of the ulnar nerve | Intact/disturbed |
At baseline, 8 weeks and 5 months | |
ROM; Flexion/extension, pronation/supination. Measured by classic goniometry | In degrees |
Hydrops | Yes/no |
Pain on palpation epicondyle and ECRB; | Yes/no |
Pain during dorsiflexion of the wrist (from a neutral position and elbow straight) against resistance | Yes/no |
Strength; maximum voluntary hand force measured with a Jamar manual force meter [20] | In Kilogram |
Strength; ratio between the affected and healthy arm is calculated. Three consecutive measurements will be performed with one minute intervals between contractions. | In Kilogram The average force of three repetitions will be calculated |