Test: Lumbar Locked Int Rot Unilateral Extension - Active

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Background/Purpose

Procedure

This test will assess spinal extension and rotation in a non-weight bearing position. Patient kneels on table and sits back onto their heels. Place one forearm and elbow in front of and centered to knees. Place the other forearm behind the back and have the patient rotate as far as possible to the same side. Goal is 50 degrees of rotation. A fail may indicate a mobility or stability problem in the thoracic spine.
Performed: Unilaterally

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Patient kneels on table with forearm behind the back and rotates as far as possible to the same side.

Criteria

• Patient is able to get 50 degrees of spinal rotation.

Measurement

50.00 degrees

LOINC Code

0

Scale/Grading

Pass/Fail