Lab: Innominate

Question 1

What are the steps for assessing the innominates for somatic dysfunction?

Answer 1

Step 1: Screen for TART

Step 2: Lateralization tests/Reset Hips

Step 3: Palpate Landmarks

Step 4: Diagnose Somatic Dysfunction

Step 5: Treat Somatic Dysfunction

Question 2

What muscles/joints are you checking in the innominates?

Answer 2

Quadratus lumborum, erector spinae, SI joint, piriformis, hamstring, quadriceps, adductors

Question 3

What does a positive ASIS compression test indicate?

Answer 3

Indicates SI joint dysfunction on side of restriction