Purpose

Assess the integrity of the Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL)​

Steps

• The patient is supine and the knee flexed to 90 degrees
• For extra stability, doctor may stabilize the foot by sitting on it
• Apply a posteriorly directed force with one or both hands to the tibial portion of the knee

Test is considered to be positive with increased movement and/or pain ​

Always compare both sides by testing the non-injured knee first.

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