Pelvic Limb Special Tests

Question 1

Bardens Method

Answer 1

1. Hip dysplasia
2. Lateral recumbency; “lift” femur without abduction

> 1/4” implies laxity

Question 2

Barlow Test

Answer 2

1. Hip dysplasia
2. ADduct femur and then apply dorsally directed force

Question 3

Ortolani Test

Answer 3

1. Hip dysplasia
2. ADduct femur, apply dorsally directed force, then ABduct the femur

Clunk or click = positive