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Axial Distraction Test

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Demonstration of the femoral axial distraction test[1]
Axial distraction test[2]
  • Axial Distraction Test
  • Long Axis Femoral Axial Distraction Test
  • Long-Axis Femoral Distraction Test
  • Long Axis Distraction

Purpose

  • To evaluate the Hip Joint as a cause of a patients hip pain

Description

  • The patient is supine
  • Flex hip to 30°, Abduct hip 30°, externally rotate 15°
  • Apply axial traction down the femur pulling on the ankle gently
  • Note any giving way sensation or “telescoping” with traction
    • This indicates intraarticular pathology/hip instability/capsular laxity
  • Positive test
    • Examiner feels a toggle/ giving way sensation
    • Elicits pain or apprehension in the patient

Pathology

Evidence

  • Unknown

See Also

References

  1. ↑ Image courtesy of youtube.com, "Long-Axis Femoral Distraction Test"
  2. ↑ MacDonald, Cameron W., et al. "Clinical outcomes following manual physical therapy and exercise for hip osteoarthritis: a case series." Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy 36.8 (2006): 588-599.
Created by:
John Kiel on 9 April 2022 12:49:27
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27 October 2025 23:27:36
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