Hip and Pelvis Special Tests

Question 1

Thomas Test

Answer 1

Positive = decreased ROM in hip or knee
Indicates tightness of rectus femoris, or iliopsoas or sartorius or TFL/glutes based on position of leg.

Question 2

Ober’s Test

Answer 2

Positive = spring end feel; leg does not lower.
Indicates tight IT band or TFL

Question 3

FABER Test

Answer 3

Flexion, abduction, external rotation.
Positive = decreased ROM or knee does not drop
Indicates tight hip capsule, iliopsoas, or other hip internal rotators

Question 4

FADIR Test

Answer 4

Flexion, adduction, internal rotation.
Positive = decreased ROM or pain
Indicates hip impingement, tight iliopsoas, possible anterior labral tear.

Question 5

Adductor Squeeze Test

Answer 5

Positive = pain in pubic symphysis
Indicates pubic symphysis pathology (ie. strain, tendinosis, tendinopathy).

Question 6

Leg Length Test

Answer 6

Positive = leg length difference >1.5cm
Indicates true leg length discrepancy