Special test for the tightness of the pectoralis muscle
Name of the special test for the tightness of the pectoralis muscle : Purpose of the this special tests : Pectoralis major contracture test : Pectoralis minor tightness test :
Anterior Drawer of the Ankle:
This test is used in the clinic to check the ligament instability in the ankle. This test is applied by to therapist or doctor in the clinic. This test is determined to ankle mechanical hyper mobility /instability in the sagittal plane of the joint of talocrural joint/upper ankle joint is present. Purpose of the Anterior…
Lift – off sign test of the shoulder :
Purpose of the Liftoff sign : How do you perform the Liftoff sign? Modification of the Liftoff sign? How accurate of this lift-off test?
Special test for the alignment of the ankle :
Alignment tests are used to determine the relation of the leg to the hindfoot & the relation of the hindfoot to the forefoot. These tests are orthopedic or clinical. These tests are applied to the clinic by the therapist or doctor. These tests applied the check the alignment of the ankle Name of the special…
Special test for the Tibial Torsion
Name of the special test of tibial torsion: Purpose of the special tests : Tibial torsion test in the prone position: Tibial torsion test in the supine position Tibial torsion test in sitting position Too many toes sign FAQs
Lateral rotation lag sign:
This test is also known as the infraspinatus spring back or ERLS = external rotation lag sign. This test is described by Hertel et al in 1996. This test is performed by to therapist in the clinic the check the tear of the rotator cuff. Purpose of the Lateral rotation lag sign : This clinical…
Kendall test
Purpose of the Kendall test How to perform the Kendall test? Critical Review of the Kendall Test
Thomas Test for contracture of the hip
Purpose of the Thomas Test : What is the Technique of the Thomas Test? Interpretation of the Thomas Test : Sign Structures affected Abducted hip Iliotibial band, Tensor fascia lata Flexed hip Psoas muscles Tibia lateral rotation Biceps femoris Extended knee Extended knee Quadriceps, rectus femoris Interpretation of the Thomas Test Modification of the Thomas…
Special test for the Infraspinatus Tear/ Bicipital Tendinitis
A special test for diagnosing an infraspinatus tear or bicipital tendinitis involves specific maneuvers that target the affected muscles and tendons. These tests can help identify potential injuries and guide appropriate treatment. Name of the special test for the infraspinatus tear : Purpose of both tests: Dropping sign: How do you perform this dropping sign?…
Piriformis Test
Purpose of the Piriformis Test : The technique of performance of the Piriformis Test : This test in side-lying position: This test in sitting position: Results of the Piriformis Test : Key Research of the Piriformis Test :