Ely’s test – What is the purpose, indication and relevance?

Ely’s Test: Client is prone. Practitioner flexes the client’s knee and attempts to bring the heel to the glutes without flexing the hip.

Purpose:

• Assess rectus femoris shortness

Indications:

• Low back pain
• Postural abnormalities

Relevance:

• Positive test – flexing of the hip and pelvis flexes on the affected side is indicative of a shortened rectus femoris

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This post was written by Omar Rifai