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Symptoms

Lameness in the hind leg is the most common sign of cranial cruciate ligament rupture The animal may be unable to bear its weight or may limp. Lameness occurs immediately after the injury and may subside after several weeks but is likely to return.


Other symptoms of CCL rupture include the following:
Crepitus (crackling noise of bones rubbing against each other)
Decreased range of motion
Hind leg extended when sitting (sit sign)
Pain when stifle joint is touched
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