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What are the 7 most common muscle pathologies in athletes?
What are the 7 most common muscle pathologies in athletes?
Muscle strain Teninopathy Muscle contusion Delayed onset muscle soreness Muscle cramps Myofascial pain syndrome Compartment syndrome
What are the two acute mechanisms of injury (MOI) that can cause muscular pathology of the hip?
What are the two acute mechanisms of injury (MOI) that can cause muscular pathology of the hip?
Sudden, unexpected movements and compressive forces or direct blows.
How does a chronic mechanism of injury (MOI) contribute to muscular pathology of the hip?
How does a chronic mechanism of injury (MOI) contribute to muscular pathology of the hip?
Chronic MOI results from habitual postural positions that are not aligned correctly.
Describe the consequences of sudden, excessive movement on hip muscle health.
Describe the consequences of sudden, excessive movement on hip muscle health.
Explain how compressive forces might affect the hip musculature.
Explain how compressive forces might affect the hip musculature.
What role do chronic postural issues play in developing hip muscular pathologies?
What role do chronic postural issues play in developing hip muscular pathologies?
What are the five key steps to perform AROM on an individual effectively?
What are the five key steps to perform AROM on an individual effectively?
Which assessment step is often overlooked when evaluating hip AROM and why?
Which assessment step is often overlooked when evaluating hip AROM and why?
In assessing a hip muscular pathology, should you evaluate strength or length first?
In assessing a hip muscular pathology, should you evaluate strength or length first?
When considering strength of the hip/pelvic musculature with an injury, list one possible strength condition.
When considering strength of the hip/pelvic musculature with an injury, list one possible strength condition.
What three tests are most relevant for assessing adverse neurodynamic issues?
What three tests are most relevant for assessing adverse neurodynamic issues?
Which four occupations or sports pose the highest risk for hip muscular pathology?
Which four occupations or sports pose the highest risk for hip muscular pathology?
How does smoking relate to hip muscular pathology?
How does smoking relate to hip muscular pathology?
What are the four common symptoms associated with hip muscular pathology?
What are the four common symptoms associated with hip muscular pathology?
What two factors aggravate pain associated with hip muscular pathology?
What two factors aggravate pain associated with hip muscular pathology?
At what time of day is hip pathology typically stiffer?
At what time of day is hip pathology typically stiffer?
Which observation indicates a potential hip muscular pathology?
Which observation indicates a potential hip muscular pathology?
What is the impact of activity on chronic hip muscular pathology?
What is the impact of activity on chronic hip muscular pathology?
What two factors determine the amount of SHARD present in hip muscular pathology?
What two factors determine the amount of SHARD present in hip muscular pathology?
Which factor is likely to be hypomobile in response to joint pathology?
Which factor is likely to be hypomobile in response to joint pathology?
Adverse neurodynamic issues are irrelevant in assessing chronic muscular problems.
Adverse neurodynamic issues are irrelevant in assessing chronic muscular problems.
In a hip muscular pathology assessment, what should you prioritize testing first?
In a hip muscular pathology assessment, what should you prioritize testing first?
The three tests most relevant for assessing adverse neurodynamic issues are Slump, SLR, and __________.
The three tests most relevant for assessing adverse neurodynamic issues are Slump, SLR, and __________.
Match the following strength conditions with their descriptions:
Match the following strength conditions with their descriptions:
Which of the following are symptoms commonly associated with hip muscular pathology? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are symptoms commonly associated with hip muscular pathology? (Select all that apply)
Smoking is a causal factor for hip muscular pathology.
Smoking is a causal factor for hip muscular pathology.
What activity is more likely to exacerbate chronic hip muscular pathology?
What activity is more likely to exacerbate chronic hip muscular pathology?
The presence of ______ is often associated with hip muscular pathology, indicating a reduction in available motion.
The presence of ______ is often associated with hip muscular pathology, indicating a reduction in available motion.
Match the following symptoms to their descriptions:
Match the following symptoms to their descriptions:
What is a primary risk factor for individuals experiencing hip muscular pathology?
What is a primary risk factor for individuals experiencing hip muscular pathology?
What is SHARD in the context of hip muscular pathology?
What is SHARD in the context of hip muscular pathology?
Leg length discrepancy can be an observation associated with hip muscular pathology.
Leg length discrepancy can be an observation associated with hip muscular pathology.
Name three special tests associated with rectus femoris pathology.
Name three special tests associated with rectus femoris pathology.
What observation sign indicates a strain in the rectus femoris and iliopsoas muscles?
What observation sign indicates a strain in the rectus femoris and iliopsoas muscles?
What are two special tests used to assess hamstring pathology?
What are two special tests used to assess hamstring pathology?
What two actions should be taken before palpating sensitive areas around the hip?
What two actions should be taken before palpating sensitive areas around the hip?
List three differential diagnoses for hip muscular pathology.
List three differential diagnoses for hip muscular pathology.
The Kendall test is associated with both rectus femoris and iliopsoas pathology.
The Kendall test is associated with both rectus femoris and iliopsoas pathology.
Name one special test that is used to assess IT band pathology.
Name one special test that is used to assess IT band pathology.
To palpate more sensitive areas around the hip, one could use a ______.
To palpate more sensitive areas around the hip, one could use a ______.
Match the following special tests with their associated pathologies:
Match the following special tests with their associated pathologies:
Which of the following is NOT a differential diagnosis for hip muscular pathology?
Which of the following is NOT a differential diagnosis for hip muscular pathology?
Kneeling is an appropriate position for palpating the hip area.
Kneeling is an appropriate position for palpating the hip area.
What should be explained to the patient prior to palpating sensitive areas around the hip?
What should be explained to the patient prior to palpating sensitive areas around the hip?
The position a patient cannot be in when palpating for hip area issues is ______.
The position a patient cannot be in when palpating for hip area issues is ______.
List two special tests associated with hamstring pathology.
List two special tests associated with hamstring pathology.
Which special test is specifically associated with piriformis pathology?
Which special test is specifically associated with piriformis pathology?
The Lordosis observation sign is associated with iliopsoas and rectus femoris strains.
The Lordosis observation sign is associated with iliopsoas and rectus femoris strains.
What two materials could be used for palpating more sensitive areas around the hip?
What two materials could be used for palpating more sensitive areas around the hip?
The three special tests associated with iliopsoas pathology are the Kendall, Thomas, and ______.
The three special tests associated with iliopsoas pathology are the Kendall, Thomas, and ______.
Match the special tests with their associated pathologies.
Match the special tests with their associated pathologies.
The supine position is preferred for palpating the hip area in all cases.
The supine position is preferred for palpating the hip area in all cases.
What are two things that should be done prior to palpating around the hip?
What are two things that should be done prior to palpating around the hip?
A common observation indicating a hip muscular pathology is ______ discrepancy.
A common observation indicating a hip muscular pathology is ______ discrepancy.
When testing hip AROM, what common observation method is often missed?
When testing hip AROM, what common observation method is often missed?
What are the three possible strength conditions in the case of hip muscular pathology?
What are the three possible strength conditions in the case of hip muscular pathology?
Which assessment should be performed first when evaluating a hip muscular pathology?
Which assessment should be performed first when evaluating a hip muscular pathology?
What position assists in identifying the specific affected hip muscle during assessment?
What position assists in identifying the specific affected hip muscle during assessment?
In relation to a muscular pathology, what is the degree difference observed in contralateral pelvis landmarks?
In relation to a muscular pathology, what is the degree difference observed in contralateral pelvis landmarks?
What does 'adverse neurodynamic' refer to in the context of chronic muscular issues?
What does 'adverse neurodynamic' refer to in the context of chronic muscular issues?
How likely is it to clear a hip clearing exam with a muscular pathology present?
How likely is it to clear a hip clearing exam with a muscular pathology present?
What are the three tests most relevant for assessing adverse neurodynamic issues?
What are the three tests most relevant for assessing adverse neurodynamic issues?
Why is it unlikely to experience pain when stretching a muscle actively with a muscle pathology?
Why is it unlikely to experience pain when stretching a muscle actively with a muscle pathology?
What should you prioritize when evaluating an individual's hip muscular pathology?
What should you prioritize when evaluating an individual's hip muscular pathology?
List four associated symptoms of a hip muscular pathology.
List four associated symptoms of a hip muscular pathology.
How does the relationship between smoking and hip muscular pathology manifest?
How does the relationship between smoking and hip muscular pathology manifest?
Why might pregnancy or menstruation contribute to an increased risk of hip muscular pathology?
Why might pregnancy or menstruation contribute to an increased risk of hip muscular pathology?
What activities are likely to aggravate pain due to hip muscular pathology?
What activities are likely to aggravate pain due to hip muscular pathology?
What measures can alleviate pain associated with hip muscular pathology?
What measures can alleviate pain associated with hip muscular pathology?
What time of day is a hip muscular pathology often stiffer, and why is this significant?
What time of day is a hip muscular pathology often stiffer, and why is this significant?
What does joint play generally depend on in the context of hip muscular pathology?
What does joint play generally depend on in the context of hip muscular pathology?
What observation findings suggest a potential hip muscular pathology?
What observation findings suggest a potential hip muscular pathology?
Explain the significance of decreased range of motion (ROM) in hip muscular pathologies.
Explain the significance of decreased range of motion (ROM) in hip muscular pathologies.
How does the presence of abnormal standing pelvic levels relate to hip muscular pathology?
How does the presence of abnormal standing pelvic levels relate to hip muscular pathology?
What are the two hip ROM movements affected when the sciatic nerve pierces through the piriformis?
What are the two hip ROM movements affected when the sciatic nerve pierces through the piriformis?
What is the primary method to determine if someone has their sciatic nerve mispositioned in relation to the piriformis?
What is the primary method to determine if someone has their sciatic nerve mispositioned in relation to the piriformis?
In what position should a patient lie down to locate the sciatic nerve between the ischial tuberosity and the greater trochanter?
In what position should a patient lie down to locate the sciatic nerve between the ischial tuberosity and the greater trochanter?
What anatomical anomaly can occur in relation to the position of the sciatic nerve and the piriformis muscle?
What anatomical anomaly can occur in relation to the position of the sciatic nerve and the piriformis muscle?
Describe the anatomical relationship of the sciatic nerve to the piriformis muscle in a normal scenario.
Describe the anatomical relationship of the sciatic nerve to the piriformis muscle in a normal scenario.
When the sciatic nerve pierces through the piriformis, which two hip movements are affected?
When the sciatic nerve pierces through the piriformis, which two hip movements are affected?
The sciatic nerve normally passes anterior and deep to the piriformis.
The sciatic nerve normally passes anterior and deep to the piriformis.
What anatomical structures is the sciatic nerve located between?
What anatomical structures is the sciatic nerve located between?
To locate the sciatic nerve, the patient should lie in a ______ position.
To locate the sciatic nerve, the patient should lie in a ______ position.
Match the following anatomical features with their descriptions:
Match the following anatomical features with their descriptions:
Which of the following correctly describes true sciatica?
Which of the following correctly describes true sciatica?
Pseudo sciatica can be caused by a hypertrophied piriformis.
Pseudo sciatica can be caused by a hypertrophied piriformis.
Name one other cause of sciatic nerve compression besides a hypertrophied piriformis.
Name one other cause of sciatic nerve compression besides a hypertrophied piriformis.
The primary cause of pseudo sciatica is a __________ piriformis.
The primary cause of pseudo sciatica is a __________ piriformis.
Match the type of sciatica to its description.
Match the type of sciatica to its description.
What can cause pseudo sciatica due to a hypertrophied piriformis?
What can cause pseudo sciatica due to a hypertrophied piriformis?
True sciatica is always associated with a lumbar disc pathology.
True sciatica is always associated with a lumbar disc pathology.
Name one way by which compression of the sciatic nerve can occur.
Name one way by which compression of the sciatic nerve can occur.
The two types of sciatica are ____ and ____.
The two types of sciatica are ____ and ____.
Match the following conditions to their descriptions:
Match the following conditions to their descriptions:
Which of the following is a primary cause of pseudo sciatica?
Which of the following is a primary cause of pseudo sciatica?
True sciatica results from a compression caused by a lumbar disc pathology.
True sciatica results from a compression caused by a lumbar disc pathology.
List two types of sciatica.
List two types of sciatica.
Sciatic nerve compression can occur due to ______, ______, and ______ of the piriformis muscle.
Sciatic nerve compression can occur due to ______, ______, and ______ of the piriformis muscle.
What is the function of the piriformis muscle below 60 degrees of hip flexion?
What is the function of the piriformis muscle below 60 degrees of hip flexion?
The piriformis muscle facilitates internal rotation of the hip when flexion exceeds 60 degrees.
The piriformis muscle facilitates internal rotation of the hip when flexion exceeds 60 degrees.
What happens to the function of the piriformis as hip flexion increases beyond 60 degrees?
What happens to the function of the piriformis as hip flexion increases beyond 60 degrees?
The function of the piriformis changes from __________ below 60 degrees of hip flexion to __________ above 60 degrees.
The function of the piriformis changes from __________ below 60 degrees of hip flexion to __________ above 60 degrees.
Match the degree of hip flexion with the corresponding function of the piriformis:
Match the degree of hip flexion with the corresponding function of the piriformis:
What is the role of the piriformis muscle in hip function when the hip is flexed beyond 60 degrees?
What is the role of the piriformis muscle in hip function when the hip is flexed beyond 60 degrees?
How does the piriformis muscle function when the hip is flexed below 60 degrees?
How does the piriformis muscle function when the hip is flexed below 60 degrees?
Discuss the implications of the piriformis's dual role in hip rotation for athletes.
Discuss the implications of the piriformis's dual role in hip rotation for athletes.
What biomechanical changes might occur in hip function if the piriformis is dysfunctional?
What biomechanical changes might occur in hip function if the piriformis is dysfunctional?
How might rehabilitation programs differ based on the piriformis's function at different angles of hip flexion?
How might rehabilitation programs differ based on the piriformis's function at different angles of hip flexion?
What is the primary function of the piriformis muscle when the hip is flexed beyond 60 degrees?
What is the primary function of the piriformis muscle when the hip is flexed beyond 60 degrees?
How does the role of the piriformis change when the hip is flexed below 60 degrees?
How does the role of the piriformis change when the hip is flexed below 60 degrees?
Describe how the piriformis contributes to hip dynamics in different flexion ranges.
Describe how the piriformis contributes to hip dynamics in different flexion ranges.
In what scenarios might an understanding of the piriformis's function at various degrees of hip flexion be clinically relevant?
In what scenarios might an understanding of the piriformis's function at various degrees of hip flexion be clinically relevant?
Why is it important for practitioners to differentiate between the sacral and femoral attachment effects of the piriformis based on hip flexion?
Why is it important for practitioners to differentiate between the sacral and femoral attachment effects of the piriformis based on hip flexion?
What is the function of the piriformis below 60 degrees of hip flexion?
What is the function of the piriformis below 60 degrees of hip flexion?
The piriformis primarily contributes to internal rotation of the hip beyond 60 degrees of flexion.
The piriformis primarily contributes to internal rotation of the hip beyond 60 degrees of flexion.
What movement does the piriformis assist with when the hip is flexed beyond 60 degrees?
What movement does the piriformis assist with when the hip is flexed beyond 60 degrees?
The piriformis assists in ______ rotation of the hip when flexed below 60 degrees.
The piriformis assists in ______ rotation of the hip when flexed below 60 degrees.
Match the degree of hip flexion to the function of the piriformis:
Match the degree of hip flexion to the function of the piriformis:
Which two special tests are aggravated by piriformis syndrome that are typically not associated with it?
Which two special tests are aggravated by piriformis syndrome that are typically not associated with it?
Piriformis syndrome primarily impacts the rectus femoris and iliopsoas muscles.
Piriformis syndrome primarily impacts the rectus femoris and iliopsoas muscles.
What is one special test specifically associated with piriformis pathology?
What is one special test specifically associated with piriformis pathology?
The two tests that are aggravated by piriformis syndrome are _____ and slump.
The two tests that are aggravated by piriformis syndrome are _____ and slump.
Match the following tests with their muscle associations:
Match the following tests with their muscle associations:
What are the two special tests that would be aggravated by piriformis syndrome and are typically not associated with it?
What are the two special tests that would be aggravated by piriformis syndrome and are typically not associated with it?
Explain how the SLR test can differ in patients with piriformis syndrome compared to other conditions.
Explain how the SLR test can differ in patients with piriformis syndrome compared to other conditions.
Discuss the significance of the slump test in relation to piriformis syndrome.
Discuss the significance of the slump test in relation to piriformis syndrome.
What is the relevance of identifying SLR and slump tests in the context of diagnosing piriformis syndrome?
What is the relevance of identifying SLR and slump tests in the context of diagnosing piriformis syndrome?
How can the results of SLR and slump tests guide treatment decisions for patients with piriformis syndrome?
How can the results of SLR and slump tests guide treatment decisions for patients with piriformis syndrome?
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Common muscle pathologies in athletes
Common muscle pathologies in athletes
Muscle strain, tendinopathy, muscle contusion, delayed onset muscle soreness, muscle cramps, myofascial pain syndrome, compartment syndrome are common muscle problems for athletes.
Acute Hip Muscle Injury MOI 1
Acute Hip Muscle Injury MOI 1
Sudden, unexpected or excessive movement of the hip muscle.
Acute Hip Muscle Injury MOI 2
Acute Hip Muscle Injury MOI 2
Direct compression or impact to the hip muscle.
Chronic Hip Muscle Injury MOI
Chronic Hip Muscle Injury MOI
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What are the 2 acute MOIs for hip muscle injury?
What are the 2 acute MOIs for hip muscle injury?
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What is the chronic MOI for hip muscle injury?
What is the chronic MOI for hip muscle injury?
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Hip AROM Observation
Hip AROM Observation
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Hip Muscle Pathology Strength
Hip Muscle Pathology Strength
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Hip Muscle Length Testing
Hip Muscle Length Testing
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Palpation for Specific Muscle
Palpation for Specific Muscle
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Chronic Hip Muscle Issues: Adverse Neurodynamic
Chronic Hip Muscle Issues: Adverse Neurodynamic
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Occupations at Risk for Hip Pathology
Occupations at Risk for Hip Pathology
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Smoking & Hip Pathology
Smoking & Hip Pathology
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Pregnancy & Hip Pathology
Pregnancy & Hip Pathology
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Symptoms of Hip Muscle Pathology
Symptoms of Hip Muscle Pathology
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What Aggravates Hip Pain?
What Aggravates Hip Pain?
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Pain Relief for Hip Pathology
Pain Relief for Hip Pathology
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Stiffness & Hip Pathology
Stiffness & Hip Pathology
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ROM & Hip Pathology
ROM & Hip Pathology
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Hip Muscle Pathology: Strength Patterns
Hip Muscle Pathology: Strength Patterns
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Length vs. Strength: Hip Pathology Assessment
Length vs. Strength: Hip Pathology Assessment
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Palpation's Role in Hip Muscle Pathology
Palpation's Role in Hip Muscle Pathology
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Chronic Hip Muscle Issues: Neurodynamic Consideration
Chronic Hip Muscle Issues: Neurodynamic Consideration
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Hip Muscle Pathology: Risky Occupations
Hip Muscle Pathology: Risky Occupations
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Smoking and Hip Muscle Pathology
Smoking and Hip Muscle Pathology
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Pregnancy and Hip Muscle Pathology
Pregnancy and Hip Muscle Pathology
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Hip Muscle Pathology Symptoms
Hip Muscle Pathology Symptoms
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Hip Muscle Pathology: Pain Aggravation
Hip Muscle Pathology: Pain Aggravation
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Hip Muscle Pathology: Pain Relief
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Hip Muscle Pathology: Stiffness
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Hip Muscle Pathology: Joint Play
Hip Muscle Pathology: Joint Play
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Rectus Femoris Special Tests
Rectus Femoris Special Tests
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Iliopsoas Pathologies: Special Tests
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Hamstring Pathology: Special Tests
Hamstring Pathology: Special Tests
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IT Band Pathology: Special Tests
IT Band Pathology: Special Tests
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Hip Palpation: Sensitive Areas
Hip Palpation: Sensitive Areas
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Iliopsoas Special Tests
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Hamstring Special Tests
Hamstring Special Tests
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IT Band Special Tests
IT Band Special Tests
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Piriformis Pathology Test
Piriformis Pathology Test
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Adductor Pathology Test
Adductor Pathology Test
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Sartorius Pathology Test
Sartorius Pathology Test
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Hip Palpation: Minimum Structures
Hip Palpation: Minimum Structures
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Hip Palpation: Supine Position
Hip Palpation: Supine Position
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Hip Palpation: Preparation Steps
Hip Palpation: Preparation Steps
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Rectus Femoris Tests
Rectus Femoris Tests
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Iliopsoas Tests
Iliopsoas Tests
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Hamstring Tests
Hamstring Tests
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IT Band Tests
IT Band Tests
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Piriformis Test
Piriformis Test
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Adductor Test
Adductor Test
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Sartorius Test
Sartorius Test
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What are the 4 risk factors?
What are the 4 risk factors?
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How does smoking affect hip muscles?
How does smoking affect hip muscles?
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Why is pregnancy a risk factor?
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What are the 4 common symptoms?
What are the 4 common symptoms?
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What activities aggravate hip muscle pain?
What activities aggravate hip muscle pain?
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How can you relieve hip muscle pain?
How can you relieve hip muscle pain?
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When is stiffness worse with a hip muscle pathology?
When is stiffness worse with a hip muscle pathology?
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What are the 12 things that could be present?
What are the 12 things that could be present?
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What does AROM and PROM look like with a hip muscle pathology?
What does AROM and PROM look like with a hip muscle pathology?
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What are the 2 factors that determine the severity of a hip muscle pathology?
What are the 2 factors that determine the severity of a hip muscle pathology?
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Palpation's Role in Hip Pathology
Palpation's Role in Hip Pathology
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Piriformis Syndrome Victim
Piriformis Syndrome Victim
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Sciatic Nerve Position
Sciatic Nerve Position
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Sciatic Nerve Anomaly
Sciatic Nerve Anomaly
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Hip Movements Affected
Hip Movements Affected
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Sciatic Nerve Misposition
Sciatic Nerve Misposition
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Sciatic Nerve Misposition Diagnosis
Sciatic Nerve Misposition Diagnosis
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What are the two types of sciatica?
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What is the primary cause of pseudo sciatica?
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Besides hypertrophy, what other ways can the piriformis compress the sciatic nerve?
Besides hypertrophy, what other ways can the piriformis compress the sciatic nerve?
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What is the most common cause of sciatica?
What is the most common cause of sciatica?
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What is sciatic nerve anomaly?
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What are 4 ways the piriformis can compress the sciatic nerve?
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What is pseudo sciatica?
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What is true sciatica?
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Piriformis function above 60° hip flexion
Piriformis function above 60° hip flexion
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Piriformis function below 60° hip flexion
Piriformis function below 60° hip flexion
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Sciatic Nerve's Usual Position
Sciatic Nerve's Usual Position
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Piriformis Syndrome: Nerve Compression
Piriformis Syndrome: Nerve Compression
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Piriformis Syndrome: Sciatic Nerve Anomaly
Piriformis Syndrome: Sciatic Nerve Anomaly
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What is the primary function of the piriformis muscle at hip flexion angles above 60°?
What is the primary function of the piriformis muscle at hip flexion angles above 60°?
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What is the primary function of the piriformis muscle at hip flexion angles below 60°?
What is the primary function of the piriformis muscle at hip flexion angles below 60°?
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Piriformis Syndrome
Piriformis Syndrome
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Piriformis Syndrome: How does the piriformis compress the sciatic nerve?
Piriformis Syndrome: How does the piriformis compress the sciatic nerve?
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Piriformis Function: >60° Hip Flexion
Piriformis Function: >60° Hip Flexion
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Piriformis Function: <60° Hip Flexion
Piriformis Function: <60° Hip Flexion
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Piriformis Compression Mechanisms
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Piriformis Syndrome: Nerve Anomaly
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Piriformis Syndrome: Which 2 special tests?
Piriformis Syndrome: Which 2 special tests?
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Sciatic Nerve Position: Piriformis Syndrome
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