Thomas test
Thomas test
The Thomas test (pronounced: TOH-mas test) is a physical examination used primarily in orthopedic assessments to test for hip flexor tightness and hip extension. It is named after British orthopedic surgeon Dr. Hugh Owen Thomas.
Etymology
The Thomas test is named after its inventor, Dr. Hugh Owen Thomas, a pioneering British orthopedic surgeon in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Thomas is often considered the father of orthopedic surgery in Britain.
Procedure
The Thomas test is performed with the patient lying flat on their back on an examination table. The examiner flexes one of the patient's knees to the chest, which flattens the lumbar spine. If the patient's other leg rises off the table, it indicates a positive Thomas test, suggesting hip flexor tightness.
Related Terms
- Hip flexors: A group of muscles near the hip joint that move the hip into flexion.
- Orthopedic surgery: A branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.
- Lumbar spine: The lower part of the spine, consisting of five vertebrae.
- Physical examination: A routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thomas test
- Wikipedia's article - Thomas test
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