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Renne Test
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Other Names
- Renne IT Band Test
- Renne's Test
Purpose
- Evaluate the Tensor Fasciae Latae and Iliotibial Band
Description
- The patient is standing
- Examiner identifies IT band by placing hand on lateral femoral condyle
- Patient is asked to squat slowly to 60-90° of flexion, they can stabilize themselves on the examiner or examination table
- Repeat the test while placing compression at the same site
- Positive Test:
- Crepitus on palpation
- Pain with firm compression
Pathology
Evidence
- Unknown
See Also
References
Created by:
John Kiel on 8 August 2019 23:04:25
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12 October 2020 13:52:40
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