Cranial Drawer Test:
This assessment evaluates the craniocaudal stability of the stifle joint. Although a negative result does not exclude cranial cruciate ligament disease, a positive drawer test is highly indicative of cranial cruciate ligament rupture.
(Abnormal movement of tibial = Red Arrow)
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Tibial Compression Test:
This assessment evaluates stability of the tibia relative to the femur. Instability on this test is referred to as cranial tibial thrust.
(Abnormal movement of tibial = Red Arrow)
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Both of these tests are more sensitive with the animal under sedation/general anesthesia