Posterior drawer sign – What is the purpose, indication and relevance?

Posterior Drawer Test: Client is supine with hip flexed to 45° and the knee flexed to 90°. Practitioner stabilizes the thigh while pushing the shin posteriorly and assesses for posterior translation of the tibia

Purpose:

• Assess for posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear

Indications:

• Knee injury

Relevance:

• Positive test – anterior translation of the tibia is indicative of PCL injury

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