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KENDALL / MODIFIED THOMAS TESTFOR RECTUS FEMORIS LENGTH The modified Thomas test is probably the most commonly used test to measure any hip extension defitits due to muscle shortening. But how reliable and valid is this test? Peeler et al. (2013) showed an almost perfect intra- and inter-rater reliability for the visual and goniometer methods (0.92-0.98). Vigotsky et al. (2016) evaluate the criterion reference validity of the Thomas test to measure peak hip extension and hip extension deficits.

🦵 Modified Thomas Test – Targeting Hip Flexor Tightness The Modified Thomas Test helps assess flexibility in the iliopsoas, rectus femoris, and tensor fasciae latae. 🎥 This video demonstrates proper setup, execution, and interpretation—essential for identifying muscle imbalances and postural contributors to hip or lower back dysfunction. 📚 From the Physiopedia Plus Video Library. 👉 Subscribe to access the full library: https://members.physio-pedia.com/why-physioplus/ #ModifiedThomasTest #Hip

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This Test Exposes Tight Hips 😳 This simple position is called the Thomas Test 🦴 It helps identify tight hip flexors, which are often linked to: • Lower back pain • Anterior hip pain • Poor posture • Sitting too much If your thigh lifts up, your knee straightens, or your lower back arches — your hips might be tighter than they should be 👀 💪 Why this matters: Tight hip flexors can change how you move, increase stress on your spine, and limit your performance in daily life or sports. 🧠 How phy

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UNLOCK YOUR HIP FLEXORS 🤔Are your Hip flexors tight? Oftentimes when people are trying to stretch their hip flexors they simply throw their lower back into extension. 👆In this post we’ll take you through the Thomas Test to figure out your hip flexor flexibility! ‼️Check out the full video at https://youtu.be/dXgihIAEepg to see 3 exercises to unlock your hip flexors. ➡️ The exercises shown include: 1️⃣ Half Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch. The posterior pelvic tilt is KEY here 2️⃣ Thomas Position H