Lumbar Spine Lab

Question 1

What is the normal ROM for forward flexion about the hips?

Answer 1

40-90*

Question 2

What is normal ROM for backward extension about the hips?

Answer 2

20-45*

Question 3

What is the normal ROM for Side Bending about the hips?

Answer 3

15-30*

Question 4

What is the normal ROM for rotation about the hips?

Answer 4

90*

Question 5

What is indicative of a positive right hip drop test?

Answer 5

Right side, bent leg; < 15* –> Problem with left side bending

Question 6

The straight leg raising test, tests for sciatic nerve irritation by stretching what?

Answer 6

The dura

Question 7

With the straight leg raise test, if pain is felt at < 30-35* (or in the opposite leg), this is an indicator for what type of pathology?

Answer 7

Disc protrusion, rupture, or radiculopathy

Question 8

What type of pathology is indicated with a positive straight leg test > 30*?

Answer 8

This may indicated nerve root irritation

Question 9

What type of pathology is indicated with a positive straight leg test > 70*?

Answer 9

Mechanical back pain secondary to muscle strain or joint disease