Anterior Drawer Test for Anterior Cruciate Ligament ...

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Anterior Drawer Test for Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury on Knee Examination 



The Anterior Drawer Test assesses for a tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL).

With the knee flexed at 90 degrees and the foot planted on the table, pull the proximal tibia anteriorly.

Excessive motion or a soft endpoint is a positive test.



Video via @open_michigan



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Dr. Gerald Diaz

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