MCL Injury — NPTE Cheat Sheet What it is:Sprain/tear of the MCL from valgus force or lateral blow.Classic signs:Medial knee painPain with valgus stressLocal tendernessMild swellingLateral blow mechanismRule-in test:Valgus Stress Test at 30°Rule-out clues:Pop + immediate swelling → ACLLocking → MeniscusPosterior sag → PCLNPTE trap:Valgus force + medial pain = MCL. Full stop.Best treatment:ROM, quad/hip strength, bracing, progressive load. Mock question included. Listen in and lock it down. Rss Apple Podcaster →