Special Tests For LE

Question 1

How do you perform the Barlow’s Sign?

Answer 1

1. Hip is first flexed and abducted
2. Gradually adduct
3. Attempt to gently DISPLACE hip out of the socket over the posterior acetabular rim

Question 2

How do you perform the Ortoloni’s sign?

Answer 2

1. Hip is dislocated in position of flexion and adduction
2. Gentle flexion, abduction, and slight traction reduce the hip
3. Positive sign indicates a more unstable hip than the Barlow’s

Question 3

How do you perform Galleazzi’s Sign?

Answer 3

1. Knees are brought together without attempting to reset hip
2. Shortening of thigh on side dislocation

Question 4

What is hip abduction?

Answer 4

1. Side of decreased abduction is dislocated side

2. No difference side to side in B/L dislocations