Ankle - Anterior Drawer Test

Orthopedic Assessment Methods by Scott R. Sailor, EdD ATC

Jan 8, 2007Education

Click to Play The Anterior Drawer Test is used to assess for instability of the ankle. Laxity is typically due to a sprain of the anterior talofibular ligament. To administer the test the examiner stabilizes the lower le...

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