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An injury to the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) is the most common type of lateral ankle sprain. The ATFL connects the talus (ankle bone) to the fibula. Anterior talofibular ligament sprain symptoms include pain or soreness, swelling, difficulty walking, bruising, and stiffness in the joint.
Anterior Drawer Test Purpose: To test for ligamentous laxity or instability in the ankle. This test primarily assesses the strength of the Anterior Talofibular Ligament. Test Position: Supine or Sitting. Performing the Test: The examiner stabilizes the anterior distal leg with one hand & grasps the patient's calcaneus and rear foot with their second hand.