Drawer Test

**Semantic type:** Diagnostic Procedure

**Definition:** A physical test used to assess the stability of the cruciate ligaments of the knee. The patient is placed in the supine position while the knee is flexed 90 degrees. The examiner applies force on the tibial plateau anteriorly (anterior drawer test) or posteriorly (posterior drawer test). Excessive translation of the joint suggests comprised integrity of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), respectively.

**Synonyms:** - Drawer test