Telescoping test – What is the purpose, indication and relevance?

Telescoping Test: Client is supine. Practitioner flexes the hips and knees to 90°, placing downward pressure on the knee, pushing the femur into the examining table.

Purpose:

• Assess for dislocation of the hip

Indications:

• Hip trauma

Relevance:

• Positive test – excessive movement is indicative of dislocation.

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