Table 4 Test modalities for isometric strength measures.
Test mode and sequence | Position and fixation | Joint angle |
|---|---|---|
1. Hip abduction (HAB) | • Recovery position (lateral) • Belts strapped around pelvis and contra-lateral leg | • 0° |
2. Hip adduction (HAD) | • lower arm on the pillow, upper arm grasps the edge of the examination table • Tested leg in 90° knee flexion, fixed with orthosis | • 20° abduction |
3. Hip flexion (HF) | • Supine position • Belts strapped around pelvis and contra-lateral leg | • 20° flexion |
4. Hip extension (HE) | • Arms are folded • Tested leg in 0° knee flexion, fixed with orthosis | • 60° flexion |