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Posterolateral Drawer Test

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Other Names

  • Posterolateral Rotatory Drawer Maneuver

Purpose

Demonstration of the posterolateral drawer test[1]

Description

  • Patient is supine
    • Note this test can be performed prone
  • Knee flexed to 90°, externally rotated 15°
  • Examiner grips the femoral condyles and directs a posterior force
  • Positive test
    • Excess posterolateral translation

Pathology


Evidence

  • Unknown

See Also


References

  1. Lunden, Jason B., et al. "Current concepts in the recognition and treatment of posterolateral corner injuries of the knee." journal of orthopaedic & sports physical therapy 40.8 (2010): 502-516.
Created by:
John Kiel on 3 December 2020 06:28:18
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28 April 2023 09:22:26
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