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Which position is the patient in when ankle eversion (S1 myotome) is tested?
Which position is the patient in when ankle eversion (S1 myotome) is tested?
Which myotome is being tested when the patient holds both big toes in a neutral position and the examiner applies resistance to the nails of both toes?
Which myotome is being tested when the patient holds both big toes in a neutral position and the examiner applies resistance to the nails of both toes?
In which position is hip extension (S1 myotome) tested?
In which position is hip extension (S1 myotome) tested?
What is the recommended knee flexion angle for testing knee flexion (S1-S2 myotomes)?
What is the recommended knee flexion angle for testing knee flexion (S1-S2 myotomes)?
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Which test is positive if the patient experiences low back pain on axial loading of the spine in standing?
Which test is positive if the patient experiences low back pain on axial loading of the spine in standing?
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Which functional test involves the patient walking 7.5 m (25 ft) as fast as possible, turning, and returning to the starting position while being timed?
Which functional test involves the patient walking 7.5 m (25 ft) as fast as possible, turning, and returning to the starting position while being timed?
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Which test is considered by some to be the most important physical sign of disc herniation?
Which test is considered by some to be the most important physical sign of disc herniation?
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Which test is used to check the mechanical movement of neurological tissues and their sensitivity to mechanical stress or compression?
Which test is used to check the mechanical movement of neurological tissues and their sensitivity to mechanical stress or compression?
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Which test should be done if there are neurological symptoms present?
Which test should be done if there are neurological symptoms present?
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Which test is used for lumbar instability?
Which test is used for lumbar instability?
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Which test is used for joint dysfunction?
Which test is used for joint dysfunction?
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Which test is used for muscle tightness?
Which test is used for muscle tightness?
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Which joints should be scanned during the peripheral joint scanning examination?
Which joints should be scanned during the peripheral joint scanning examination?
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During the scanning of sacroiliac joints, what indicates fixation of the joint?
During the scanning of sacroiliac joints, what indicates fixation of the joint?
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What is the purpose of scanning the peripheral joints?
What is the purpose of scanning the peripheral joints?
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How should the hip joints be moved during the examination?
How should the hip joints be moved during the examination?
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What is the purpose of the Gillet's or sacral fixation test?
What is the purpose of the Gillet's or sacral fixation test?
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What should lead to a detailed examination of a joint during the scanning of peripheral joints?
What should lead to a detailed examination of a joint during the scanning of peripheral joints?
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Which movement should be tested with the knee flexed approximately 30°, especially if the patient complains of sciatic pain?
Which movement should be tested with the knee flexed approximately 30°, especially if the patient complains of sciatic pain?
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Which myotome is responsible for ankle plantar flexion?
Which myotome is responsible for ankle plantar flexion?
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How should the examiner test hip flexion (L2 myotome)?
How should the examiner test hip flexion (L2 myotome)?
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Which movement should be tested with the patient standing?
Which movement should be tested with the patient standing?
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Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
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How should the examiner test knee extension (L3 myotome)?
How should the examiner test knee extension (L3 myotome)?
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Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve?
Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve?
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Which test is a modification of the straight leg raising test and indicates tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve?
Which test is a modification of the straight leg raising test and indicates tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve?
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Which test involves flexing the head onto the chest and raising the extended leg actively by flexing the hip until pain is felt?
Which test involves flexing the head onto the chest and raising the extended leg actively by flexing the hip until pain is felt?
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Which test involves applying direct pressure against the patient's knees or buttocks to produce radicular pain into the posterior leg?
Which test involves applying direct pressure against the patient's knees or buttocks to produce radicular pain into the posterior leg?
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Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the femoral nerve and may also indicate nerve root problems?
Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the femoral nerve and may also indicate nerve root problems?
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Which test is used to differentiate between a tight iliotibial band and femoral nerve injury?
Which test is used to differentiate between a tight iliotibial band and femoral nerve injury?
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Which myotome is responsible for ankle dorsiflexion?
Which myotome is responsible for ankle dorsiflexion?
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Which myotome is responsible for knee extension?
Which myotome is responsible for knee extension?
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Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
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Which myotome is responsible for ankle plantar flexion?
Which myotome is responsible for ankle plantar flexion?
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Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve?
Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve?
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Which test is positive if the patient experiences low back pain on axial loading of the spine in standing?
Which test is positive if the patient experiences low back pain on axial loading of the spine in standing?
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During the scanning of sacroiliac joints, what indicates fixation of the joint?
During the scanning of sacroiliac joints, what indicates fixation of the joint?
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Which movement should be tested with the knee flexed approximately 30°, especially if the patient complains of sciatic pain?
Which movement should be tested with the knee flexed approximately 30°, especially if the patient complains of sciatic pain?
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Which test is used to check the mechanical movement of neurological tissues and their sensitivity to mechanical stress or compression?
Which test is used to check the mechanical movement of neurological tissues and their sensitivity to mechanical stress or compression?
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Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
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Which test is positive if the patient experiences low back pain on axial loading of the spine in standing?
Which test is positive if the patient experiences low back pain on axial loading of the spine in standing?
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Which test is used for muscle tightness?
Which test is used for muscle tightness?
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Which of the following is a test used to assess ankle eversion (S1 myotome)?
Which of the following is a test used to assess ankle eversion (S1 myotome)?
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Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
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Which myotome is being tested when the patient holds both big toes in a neutral position and the examiner applies resistance to the nails of both toes?
Which myotome is being tested when the patient holds both big toes in a neutral position and the examiner applies resistance to the nails of both toes?
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Which myotome is responsible for ankle plantar flexion?
Which myotome is responsible for ankle plantar flexion?
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In which position is hip extension (S1 myotome) tested?
In which position is hip extension (S1 myotome) tested?
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Which functional test involves the patient walking 7.5 m (25 ft) as fast as possible, turning, and returning to the starting position while being timed?
Which functional test involves the patient walking 7.5 m (25 ft) as fast as possible, turning, and returning to the starting position while being timed?
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Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve and is a modification of the straight leg raising test?
Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve and is a modification of the straight leg raising test?
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Which test involves flexing the knee slightly (20°) while maintaining the thigh in the same position to reestablish painful radicular symptoms?
Which test involves flexing the knee slightly (20°) while maintaining the thigh in the same position to reestablish painful radicular symptoms?
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Which test is positive if pain results from extending the knee while the patient's leg is clasped between the examiner's knees?
Which test is positive if pain results from extending the knee while the patient's leg is clasped between the examiner's knees?
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Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the femoral nerve and may also indicate nerve root problems?
Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the femoral nerve and may also indicate nerve root problems?
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Which test is positive if neurological pain radiates down the anterior thigh and is a traction test for the nerve roots at the midlumbar area (L2-L4)?
Which test is positive if neurological pain radiates down the anterior thigh and is a traction test for the nerve roots at the midlumbar area (L2-L4)?
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Which test is positive if pain in the groin and hip radiates along the anterior medial thigh, indicating an L3 or L4 nerve root problem?
Which test is positive if pain in the groin and hip radiates along the anterior medial thigh, indicating an L3 or L4 nerve root problem?
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Which test is considered to be one of the most important physical signs of disc herniation, regardless of the degree of disc injury?
Which test is considered to be one of the most important physical signs of disc herniation, regardless of the degree of disc injury?
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Which test is used to check the mechanical movement and sensitivity to mechanical stress or compression of the neurological tissues?
Which test is used to check the mechanical movement and sensitivity to mechanical stress or compression of the neurological tissues?
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Which movement should be tested with dorsi-flexion as a sensitizing maneuver in the slump test?
Which movement should be tested with dorsi-flexion as a sensitizing maneuver in the slump test?
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Which areas are considered tension points where there is minimal movement of the neurological tissue?
Which areas are considered tension points where there is minimal movement of the neurological tissue?
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Which statement is true regarding neurodynamic tests?
Which statement is true regarding neurodynamic tests?
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Which statement is true regarding the order in which neurodynamic test maneuvers are performed?
Which statement is true regarding the order in which neurodynamic test maneuvers are performed?
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Which myotome is responsible for ankle dorsiflexion?
Which myotome is responsible for ankle dorsiflexion?
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Which myotome is responsible for hip flexion?
Which myotome is responsible for hip flexion?
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Which myotome is responsible for knee extension?
Which myotome is responsible for knee extension?
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Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
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Which myotome is responsible for ankle plantar flexion?
Which myotome is responsible for ankle plantar flexion?
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Which myotome is responsible for ankle eversion?
Which myotome is responsible for ankle eversion?
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During the scanning of sacroiliac joints, what indicates fixation of the joint?
During the scanning of sacroiliac joints, what indicates fixation of the joint?
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Which movement should be tested with dorsi-flexion as a sensitizing maneuver in the slump test?
Which movement should be tested with dorsi-flexion as a sensitizing maneuver in the slump test?
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Which joint(s) are scanned during the peripheral joint scanning examination?
Which joint(s) are scanned during the peripheral joint scanning examination?
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How should the examiner test hip flexion (L2 myotome)?
How should the examiner test hip flexion (L2 myotome)?
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Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
Which myotome is responsible for great toe extension?
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What should lead to a detailed examination of a joint during the scanning of peripheral joints?
What should lead to a detailed examination of a joint during the scanning of peripheral joints?
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Which test is used to check the mechanical movement and sensitivity to mechanical stress or compression of the neurological tissues?
Which test is used to check the mechanical movement and sensitivity to mechanical stress or compression of the neurological tissues?
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Which test involves flexing the knee slightly (20°) while maintaining the thigh in the same position to reestablish painful radicular symptoms?
Which test involves flexing the knee slightly (20°) while maintaining the thigh in the same position to reestablish painful radicular symptoms?
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Which test is used for lumbar instability?
Which test is used for lumbar instability?
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Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve?
Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve?
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Which test is considered by some to be the most important physical sign of disc herniation?
Which test is considered by some to be the most important physical sign of disc herniation?
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Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the femoral nerve and may also indicate nerve root problems?
Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the femoral nerve and may also indicate nerve root problems?
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Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve and is a modification of the straight leg raising test?
Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the sciatic nerve and is a modification of the straight leg raising test?
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Which test is positive if neurological pain radiates down the anterior thigh and indicates a nerve root problem?
Which test is positive if neurological pain radiates down the anterior thigh and indicates a nerve root problem?
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Which test is used to check the mechanical movement of neurological tissues and their sensitivity to mechanical stress or compression?
Which test is used to check the mechanical movement of neurological tissues and their sensitivity to mechanical stress or compression?
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Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the femoral nerve and may also indicate nerve root problems?
Which test is used to assess tension or pressure on the femoral nerve and may also indicate nerve root problems?
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Which test involves flexing the knee slightly (20°) while maintaining the thigh in the same position to reestablish painful radicular symptoms?
Which test involves flexing the knee slightly (20°) while maintaining the thigh in the same position to reestablish painful radicular symptoms?
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Which test is positive if radicular pain into the posterior leg is produced and indicates a possible disc herniation?
Which test is positive if radicular pain into the posterior leg is produced and indicates a possible disc herniation?
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Which test involves the patient starting in a standing position and then flexing forward as far as possible and returning to the upright posture as fast as tolerable, repeating the motion 10 times?
Which test involves the patient starting in a standing position and then flexing forward as far as possible and returning to the upright posture as fast as tolerable, repeating the motion 10 times?
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Which test involves the patient standing next to a wall, reaching forward with a weight at shoulder height as far as possible while keeping the heels on the floor?
Which test involves the patient standing next to a wall, reaching forward with a weight at shoulder height as far as possible while keeping the heels on the floor?
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Which test involves the patient starting by sitting in a chair, standing fully, and returning to sitting, repeating the sequence 10 times as fast as possible?
Which test involves the patient starting by sitting in a chair, standing fully, and returning to sitting, repeating the sequence 10 times as fast as possible?
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Which test involves the patient walking 7.5 m (25 ft) as fast as he or she can, turning, and returning to the starting position while being timed?
Which test involves the patient walking 7.5 m (25 ft) as fast as he or she can, turning, and returning to the starting position while being timed?
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Which test is positive if pain results from extending the knee while the patient's leg is clasped between the examiner's knees?
Which test is positive if pain results from extending the knee while the patient's leg is clasped between the examiner's knees?
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Which test is positive if the patient experiences low back pain on axial loading of the spine in standing?
Which test is positive if the patient experiences low back pain on axial loading of the spine in standing?
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