Test: Hands behind neck deep squat

Video Link

Background/Purpose

Procedure

This test assess a deep squat while minimizing the effect of the shoulders in full flexion and the thoracic spine does not need to achieve full extension. The patient places their hands behind their neck with their fingers inter-locked. Patient is then instructed to perform a full deep squat. Patient needs to keep their heels on the ground and feet facing forward. Motion should be pain free.
Performed: Bilaterally

Dialog

Patient places hands behind head with fingers inter-locked and performs a deep squat.

Criteria

• Full depth squat without pain
• Toes facing forward
• Heels on ground

Measurement

0.00

LOINC Code

0

Scale/Grading

Pass/Fail