Lumbar Spine Diagnostics: Screening Examinations
Gait Analysis
Gait analysis provides rapid evaluation of the integrated activities of the motor system. Observation is made from the front and back to evaluate weight distribution, carriage of the head, level of the shoulders, and placement of the feet. Join Dr. Philip E. Greenman, D.O., F.A.A.O., as he discusses his observations on the walking section of the screening examination).
After completing the gait analysis, we move onto a static analysis. Join Dr. Philip E. Greenman, D.O., F.A.A.O., as he discusses the static portion of the screening examination).
Left/Right Sidebending
This test gives important information related to the vertebral column in weight-bearing, side-bending mechanics as the induced thoraco-lumbar curvature is observed. Join Dr. Philip E. Greenman, D.O., F.A.A.O., as he discusses his observations on right sidebending.
Join Dr. Philip E. Greenman, D.O., F.A.A.O., as he discusses his observations on left sidebending.
Standing Flexion
This test involves dynamic testing of functional mobility during standing flexion (weight bearing). The examiner should be alert for the appearance of prominance of either side of the vertebral column. Join Dr. Philip E. Greenman, D.O., F.A.A.O., as he discusses his observations on standing flexion.
Seated Flexion
This test involves dynamic testing of functional mobility during seated flexion (non weight bearing). The examiner should analyze vertebral segmental mobility and be alert for the appearance of lateral prominance in the vertebral axis. Join Dr. Philip E. Greenman, D.O., F.A.A.O., as he performs a seated flexion screening test of the lumbar spine.
Join Dr. Philip E. Greenman, D.O., F.A.A.O., as he reviews his observations on the lumbar spine.
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