Hip Labral Tests
The combination of mechanism of injury, clinical signs and symptoms, as well as a positive labral test will help identify a labral concern.
The combination of mechanism of injury, clinical signs and symptoms, as well as a positive labral test will help identify a labral concern.
The Canadian Spine Rules and the NEXUS Spine Rules provide important algorithms to determine if radiographs are needed.
There are several tests available for assessing the return to play. Six lower extremity functional tests are discussed to assess strength, symmetry, balance, and/or agility.
There are 3 arches of the foot that provide both mobility and stability to ambulate. There are at least 3 tests that can be used to assess varying types of mobility (or lack of mobility) of the ankle and foot: navicular drop, Coleman block, and windlass test.
Read more Arches of the Foot: Challenge of Mobility & Stability
When joint hypermobility is bilateral, one needs to explore systemic issues. Connective tissue disorders may be a contributing factor. The Beighton tests can help assess the magnitude of joint laxity.