Which test is used to assess hip joint and SI joint involvement?

Which test is used to assess hip joint and SI joint involvement?

• A. FABER test
• B. FADIR test
• C. Thomas test
• D. McMurray test

Answer: (A)

The main concept is using a hip screening maneuver that stresses both the hip joint and the sacroiliac (SI) joint to localize pain. The FABER maneuver places the hip in flexion, abduction, and external rotation while stabilizing the pelvis. The examiner then applies gentle downward pressure on the knee and on the opposite ASIS. If pain is felt in the groin, it more strongly suggests hip joint pathology (like issues inside the acetabulum or femoral head). If the pain is felt in the buttock or near the SI region, it points toward SI joint involvement. This dual sensitivity is why FABER is the best choice for assessing both hip joint and SI joint involvement. Other tests address different structures: FADIR targets femoroacetabular impingement by combining flexion, adduction, and internal rotation; Thomas assesses hip flexor tightness; McMurray evaluates for meniscal tears in the knee.

The main concept is using a hip screening maneuver that stresses both the hip joint and the sacroiliac (SI) joint to localize pain.

The FABER maneuver places the hip in flexion, abduction, and external rotation while stabilizing the pelvis. The examiner then applies gentle downward pressure on the knee and on the opposite ASIS. If pain is felt in the groin, it more strongly suggests hip joint pathology (like issues inside the acetabulum or femoral head). If the pain is felt in the buttock or near the SI region, it points toward SI joint involvement. This dual sensitivity is why FABER is the best choice for assessing both hip joint and SI joint involvement.

Other tests address different structures: FADIR targets femoroacetabular impingement by combining flexion, adduction, and internal rotation; Thomas assesses hip flexor tightness; McMurray evaluates for meniscal tears in the knee.