by iOrtho Admin | Feb 24, 2021 | News, Orthopedic Clinical Tests
The Upper Limb Tension Tests (ULTTs) are designed to assess the length and mobility of the neurological structures of upper limb. These tests were first described by Elvey in 1994. The tests include specific positions of the shoulder, elbow, forearm, wrist and...
by iOrtho Admin | Feb 17, 2021 | News, Orthopedic Clinical Tests
Hip Labral Tests As we learn more about the structure and function of the hip labrum, we can appreciate the mechanism of injury and the clinical tests to identify pathology. The labrum is a band of tough cartilage and connective tissue that lines the...
by iOrtho Admin | Feb 10, 2021 | News, Orthopedic Clinical Tests
When are C-Spine Radiographs Needed? When someone experiences a cervical spine trauma, extreme caution should be taken to determine if radiographs are needed. The Canadian Spine Rules and the NEXUS Spine Rules help the clinician address that concern. These...
by iOrtho Admin | Feb 3, 2021 | News, Orthopedic Clinical Tests
Deep Tendon Reflexes by the Numbers Deep Tendon Reflexes (DTR) are graded by numbers. They represent a numerical segment of the spine and their clinical value is indicated by numbers such as sensitivity, specificity, and likelihood ratios. DTRs are a brisk muscle...
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