Anterior Shear Test for Lumbar Instability | Rationale & Interpretation
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of the anterior shear test?
To test knee joint stability
To evaluate anterior lumbar instability
To measure hip flexion range
To assess posterior lumbar instability
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the anterior shear test, which vertebrae are primarily involved in the demonstration?
L2 and L3
L1 and L2
L4 and L5
L5 and S1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of the cranial hand during the anterior shear test?
To stabilize L4 firmly
To hold L5 loosely
To apply force through the femur
To palpate the movement of L5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What indicates a positive anterior shear test?
Increased hip flexion
Excessive anterior translation of L4
No movement detected
Excessive posterior translation of L5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the anterior shear test indirectly assess anterior movement?
By directly pulling L4 anteriorly
By moving L5 anteriorly relative to L4
By moving L5 posteriorly relative to L4
By stabilizing L5 and palpating L4
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