Flexion-Rotation Test

Purpose

Screen for Flexion-Rotation findings.

Execution

1. 1Lie supine with knees bent
2. 2Passively flex the cervical spine
3. 3Maintain full flexion and rotate the head left and right
4. 4Observe end range and symptom reproduction
5. 5Compare sides

Key Observations

• Normal >44 deg rotation in flexion
• Asymmetry indicates restriction

Views

• supine

Protocol

1. 1Observe from: supine.
2. 2Standardize start position and instructions.
3. 3Perform 2-3 trials per side when applicable.
4. 4Record key observations and any positive indicators.
5. 5Compare left vs right when applicable.

Reference

Toby Hall et al.