Foot Inversion Assessment

Purpose

Screen for Foot Inversion findings.

Execution

1. 1Stand in a split stance with the test foot forward
2. 2Keep the test knee extended
3. 3Invert the test foot as far as possible
4. 4Observe if the forefoot reaches neutral or beyond
5. 5Compare sides

Key Observations

• Ability to invert the foot with knee extended
• Symmetry between sides

Views

• frontal

Protocol

1. 1Observe from: frontal.
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

Subtalar/inversion assessment. Elveru RA et al. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 1994;19(3):162-167. Picciano AM et al. JOSPT. 1993;18(4):553-558.