Special Tests

There are a wide array of special tests that can be done. Special tests
serve as a means to guide the physical therapist to what may be causing
the problem. These tests include:

• Diagnostic Imaging
• Range of Motion
• Manual Muscle Testing
• Torsional Profile
• Leg Length Assessment
• Barlow/Ortolani Maneuver
• FABER or Patrick Test
• Ober Test
• Trendelenburg Test
• Gait Assessment
• Palpation
• Neurovascular Exam
  
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