by iOrtho Admin | Mar 17, 2021 | News, Orthopedic Clinical Tests
Provocation Tests On occur, we are faced with individuals who present with a signs or symptoms that are inconsistent. It may be hard to determine if they are experiencing severe pain, non-organic signs, or are if there is magnification of the condition. The...
by iOrtho Admin | Mar 10, 2021 | News, Orthopedic Clinical Tests
Assessing ITB Tension The iliotibial band (ITB) originates from the anterolateral aspect of the iliac crest, down the lateral thigh, and the band of dense fibrous connective tissue inserts at the lateral condyle of the tibia known as Gerdy’s tubercle. Thus, it...
by iOrtho Admin | Mar 3, 2021 | News, Orthopedic Clinical Tests
Visceral Screening: An Important Aspect of Direct Access If you are a primary care provider in any healthcare discipline, you need to have an awareness of visceral screening. This is important to identify co-morbidities as well as potential problems beyond your...
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...
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