Image Based Question – 73903

Which of the following test is being demonstrated by the given image?

A. Straight leg raising test

B. Thomas test

C. Narath sign

D. Trendelenburg test

Correct Answer » B Explanation

Ans: B. Thomas test

(Ref Apley’s 9/e p495)

• Given image demonstrates Thomas test.
  • Both hips are flexed simultaneously to their limit, thus completely obliterating the lumbar lordosis.
  • Holding the ‘sound’ hip firmly in position  à hence, keeping pelvis still à Other limb lowered gently à with any flexion deformity the knee will not rest on couch.