Physical Therapy Special Tests Cheat Sheet | Orthopedic Assessment PDF

Struggling to remember which tests to run mid-rotation? This printable PDF cheat sheet covers key orthopedic special tests organized by body region — shoulder, knee, hip, and more. Instant download.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
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6 regions, 33 tests:

  • Shoulder (7): Empty Can, Hawkins-Kennedy, Neer, Speed’s, O’Brien, Apprehension, Sulcus Sign
  • Knee (6): Lachman, Anterior Drawer, McMurray, Thessaly, Valgus/Varus Stress, Patellar Grind
  • Hip (5): FADIR*, FABER, Thomas Test, Trendelenburg, Ober’s
  • Lumbar (5): SLR, Slump Test, ASLR, Prone Instability Test, Spring Test
  • Cervical (5): Spurling’s, Distraction, VBI Screen, Upper Limb Tension Test, Cervical Rotation Lateral Flexion
  • Ankle (5): Ottawa Ankle Rules, Anterior Drawer, Talar Tilt, Thompson Test, Squeeze Test

Each entry includes: what it tests, technique summary, positive sign, sensitivity, and specificity.

*FADIR has poor specificity — footnoted on the sheet.

FILE DETAILS
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  • 2-page PDF
  • Landscape orientation
  • Fits Letter (8.5 x 11″) and A4
  • Instant download — no physical item ships
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