Pivot Shift test of knee joint

ByDr.Aditi Pandya September 19, 2023September 19, 2023

Introduction Pivot shift test is theoretically an ideal test for dynamic evaluation of the condition of the knee ligaments, which is particularly important in the diagnosis of ACL tear, the evaluation of reconstruction methods, and the formulation of treatment algorithms for patients with ACL injury. Currently, the pivot shift test is the most accurate clinical…

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Posterior Drawer Test

ByDr.Aditi Pandya September 12, 2023September 12, 2023

What is a Posterior Drawer Test? The Posterior Drawer Test is part of a routine knee examination. When a health care provider examines the knee, he or she examines the joint, tests ligaments and mobility, identifies swelling, and makes abnormalities to identify specific manipulations. A PCL tear usually occurs as a result of a fall…