Browse all published orthopedic and medical special tests, ordered alphabetically.
The leg-straightening reflex, also known as the positive support reflex or positive supporting reaction, is a primitive postural…
Learn how to perform the Lelli test (lever sign test) for ACL injury, how to interpret a positive…
The Lemaire jolt test is a physical examination maneuver that assesses anterolateral rotatory instability (ALRI) of the knee.
Learn about Lhermitte Sign, how to perform the test, positive findings, causes, sensitivity, specificity, and its role in…
The Lichtman Test is a key clinical examination for midcarpal instability. Learn how to perform it, interpret a…
Learn how to perform the Lift-Off Test (Gerber Test), interpret positive results, and understand its sensitivity and specificity…
Learn how the ligamentum teres test works, how to perform it step by step, what a positive result…
The Locking Test is a clinical shoulder examination maneuver used to assess symptoms associated with subacromial impingement syndrome.…
Learn what the log roll test is, how clinicians perform it, and what pain, clicking, or increased motion…
Learn how to perform the Ludington Test, interpret positive findings, and assess long head of biceps tendon rupture…
The Lunotriquetral Ballottement Test is a specialized provocative maneuver used during a wrist examination to assess the integrity…
In addition to the Thompson test, the Matles test is another essential clinical examination used by healthcare professionals…
Maudsley’s Test (also known as the Middle Finger Extension Test) is an orthopedic examination used to evaluate patients…
What Is the McCarthy Test? The McCarthy test is a physical examination maneuver for evaluating acetabular labral tears…
Learn how to perform the medial hamstring reflex test, assess L5 nerve root function, grade reflex responses, and…
Learn how to perform the medial McMurray's test, what a positive click means, and how accurate it is…
Learn how to perform the medial plica shelf test, what a painful click means, and how reliable it…
The Medial Scapular Winging Test is a clinical examination used to assess the function of the serratus anterior…
What Is the Thomas Test Used For? The Thomas Test is a clinical orthopedic test that assesses hip…
Learn how to perform the Milgram Test, identify positive findings, and understand its clinical significance in lumbar disc…
What Is the Milking Maneuver Used For? The Milking Maneuver is an orthopedic special test that helps clinicians…
If you are experiencing outer elbow pain, your physical therapist or doctor may perform Mill’s test during an…
The Miniaci Test is a clinical shoulder examination maneuver used to assess posterior shoulder subluxation and instability. It…
What is the Morton’s Neuroma Test? The Morton’s Neuroma Test (often referred to as the Mulder’s test or…