What is the Cranial Cruciate Ligament, and Why Does It Matter?
The cranial cruciate ligament (in dogs, often abbreviated CCL, analogous to the anterior cruciate ligament in humans) is a major stabilizer of the stifle joint (knee) in the hind limb. It prevents the tibia (shin bone) from sliding forward relative to the femur (thigh bone), and also contributes to controlling rotational forces. When the CCL […]
