Diagnosis of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries

Test Characteristics and Diagnostic Performance

• The Lachman test is the most sensitive clinical examination for detecting ACL rupture, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 1, 2

Clinical Application

• The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons recommends the Lachman test for assessing anterior tibial translation relative to the femur with the knee flexed at 20-30 degrees 1, 2