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31 mar 2024 · ACL tears are common athletic injuries leading to anterior and lateral rotatory instability of the knee. Diagnosis can be suspected clinically with presence of a traumatic knee effusion with increased laxity on Lachman's test but requires MRI studies to confirm diagnosis.
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The Lachman test is a passive accessory movement test of the knee performed to identify the integrity of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The test is designed to assess single and sagittal plane instability.
24 lip 2023 · The Lachman test is widely regarded as the most useful test for diagnosing an acute ACL injury and should be used in conjunction with the pivot shift test and anterior drawer test for assessing ACL integrity.
21 lut 2024 · This article aims to delve into the enduring significance of the Lachman test, exploring its unmatched value in ACL injury diagnostics, while also acknowledging how innovations like the DYNEELAX® and GNRB® arthrometers contribute to a more comprehensive assessment of knee ligament injuries.
15 paź 2010 · The Lachman test is the most accurate test for detecting an ACL tear. Magnetic resonance imaging is the primary study used to diagnose ACL injury in the United States. It can also identify...
Perform the Lachman test when: There is a suspicion of an ACL tear based on history and mechanism of injury. The patient has acute knee pain after a twisting or direct blow injury. You need to differentiate between an ACL tear and other knee injuries.
The Lachman test is the most sensitive test for ACL injuries with a sensitivity of 85% . To perform the test, the patient’s knee is flexed to 20–30° and an anterior force is applied to the proximal tibia while stabilizing the femur.