Trendelenburg Test

Purpose

Screen for Trendelenburg findings.

Execution

1. 1Stand on one leg with hands on hips
2. 2Hold for 10-30 seconds
3. 3Observe pelvic drop or trunk shift
4. 4Repeat on the other side
5. 5Compare stability

Key Observations

• Contralateral pelvic drop
• Trunk compensation

Views

• posterior

Protocol

1. 1Observe from: posterior.
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

Friedrich Trendelenburg