The other test is
the cranial drawer test.
Palpation techniques, such as
the cranial drawer test and tibial compression test, in which the veterinarian will place their hands in a specific way near the cranial cruciate ligament to assess the damage and aid in diagnosis.
If the tests are inconclusive but he still suspects a cruciate injury he may recommend
a cranial drawer test be done while your dog is under heavy sedation.
A veterinarian will first perform
a cranial drawer test, which is where the bones in the leg are felt and shifted to test the severity of the tear.
Not exact matches
The most important
tests for cruciate rupture are the
cranial drawer and tibial compression
tests.
If the tibia can be pulled forward (
cranial drawer), then the
test is positive.