Quadratus lumborum test (a) (See also Fig. If it has been overactive for any length of time then it is almost certainly hypertonic and short, and a need for MET can be assumed. When the leg of the side-lying patient is abducted, and the practitioner�s palpating hand senses that quadratus becomes involved in this process before the leg has reached at least 25� of elevation, then it is clear that quadratus is overactive. Review Lewit�s functional palpation test described under the heading assessment and treatment of tensor fascia lata. If there is an immediate �grabbing� action by quadratus it indicates overactivity, and therefore stress, so shortness can be assumed (see details of similar functional assessments in Ch.

The correct firing sequence should be gluteus, followed at around 25� elevation by quadratus. The muscle is palpated, as is gluteus medius, during abduction of the leg. WELLNESS TOPIC: EXTRA EXTRA: Managing Workplace StressĬlinical Application of Neuromuscular Techniques: Quadratus LumborumĪssessment of Shortness in Quadratus Lumborum (Figure 4.21)įigure 4.21 Palpation assessment for quadratus lumborum overactivity.MET for Shortness in Quadratus Lumborum (�banana�).Assessment of Shortness in Quadratus Lumborum (Figure 4.21).Clinical Application of Neuromuscular Techniques: Quadratus Lumborum.Health, Wellness & Nutrition Specialists.

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