Test: Supine Lat Stretch Hips Extended

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Background/Purpose

Procedure

This test will assess the mobility/stability of shoulder tissues relative to the latissimus dorsi. Patient lays supine on the table with shoulders flexed to 90 degrees(forward) and palms pointing toward feet. Patient then brings knees toward chest and places the lower back flat against the table. Next have the patient place the shoulders in full flexion, laying the arms against flat on the table. Extend the hips to a flat position on the table and assess if the arms were able to lower more. A fail may indicate tissue tension in the latissimus dorsi or T/L fascia. A pass may indicate an extension stability dysfunction.
Performed: Bilaterally

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Patient lays flat with arms in front and legs bent to chest. Patient flexes shoulders to 180 degrees and then lowers the legs.

Criteria

• Arms get closer to 180 degrees with hip extension.

Measurement

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LOINC Code

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Scale/Grading

Pass/Fail