Gaenslen's Test (Gaenslen's maneuver) is one of the five provocation tests that can be used to detect musculoskeletal abnormalities and primary-chronic inflammation of the lumbar vertebrae and …

Gaenslen's test, also known as Gaenslen's maneuver, is a medical test used to detect musculoskeletal abnormalities and primary-chronic inflammation of the lumbar vertebrae and sacroiliac joint. [1]

Nov 11, 2025 · Gaenslen’s test can indicate the presence or absence of a sacroiliac joint lesions, pubic symphysis instability, hip joint pathology or L4 nerve root lesion. It can also stress the femoral nerve.

The Gaenslen's Test is a provocation test for the sacroiliac joint and included in the Cluster of van der Wurff and the cluster of Laslett

Learn how to administer the five provocative tests used in diagnosis of the SI joint: FABER, Compression, Thigh Thrust, Distraction, and Gaenslen.

Here is how to do it: • Video 👉🏼 SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL 😊 : http://bit.ly/SPPRTPT 👈🏼 The Gaenslen's Test is designed for sacroiliac joint provocation by creating shearing forces ...

Gaenslen’s test is used to distinguish between lumbosacral and SI joint pathology. To perform this test, position the patient supine close to the edge of the examination table.

Gaenslen Test (modified technique) – With the patient lying in a lateral decubitus position, the painful SIJ is away from the table and contralateral leg is flexed toward the patient’s chest (similar to the …

Aug 2, 2025 · Gaenslen’s Test is a valuable tool for identifying sacroiliac (SI) joint pain by reproducing symptoms through targeted stress on the joint. By extending one leg off the table and flexing the …

Jan 29, 2024 · What Is Gaenslen’s Test? One of the five provocation tests that can be used to identify musculoskeletal problems and primary-chronic inflammation of the lumbar vertebrae and sacroiliac …