Alternate Testing Position – LE Test 4
The key terms of LE Test 4 include, Alternate Testing Position.
In what position is the pt for hip flexion ROM?
Supine
In what position is the pt for hip extension ROM?
Prone, with knees extended throughout full range
The alternate testing position for hip extension ROM is ___
Sidelying
In what position is the pt for hip abduction/adduction ROM?
Supine
If the thigh does not reach the table in a KB Thomas test, it is ___
Positive
If you find a positive thomas test and then test with the knee extended and the thigh reaches the table (negative test), it can be concluded that ___
The rectus femoris is short
If you find a positive Thomas test and then test with the knee extended and the thigh does not reach the table (positive), it can be concluded that ___
The rectus is not the problem — could be iliopsoas, capsule, or ligament problem (one-joint structures)
In what position is the pt for hip flexion ROM?
Supine
If the SLR test is positive and you retest with knee in flexion and the hip flexion increases, it can be concluded that ___
The hamstrings are causing the restriction (two-joint)
In what position is the pt for hip extension ROM?
Prone, with knees extended throughout full range
The alternate testing position for hip extension ROM is ___
Sidelying
In what position is the pt for hip abduction/adduction ROM?
Supine
In what position is the pt for a Thomas test?
Supine towards edge of surface with knees pulled into chest
If the SLR test is positive and you retest with knee in flexion and hip flexion still does not increase, it can be concluded that ___
The glute max or inert joint structures are causing the restriction (one-joint)
What does the ober test evaluate?
The length of hip abductors (TFL, IT band)
In what position is the pt for hip internal/external rotation ROM?
Seated with hip and knees at 90 over the edge of the surface (use towel roll if needed)
The alternate testing position for hip internal/external rotation ROM is ___
Prone (can ONLY be used if RF is normal length)
If the thigh reaches the table in a KB Thomas test, it is ___
Negative
What does the SLR test evaluate?
The length of hip extensors
What does the Thomas test evaluate?
The length of the hip flexors