Goniometry: Hip Adduction
Anatomical Movement
Hip adduction
Testing position
Patient is supine with non-test side abducted
Goniometer Placement
| AXIS LOCATION | STATIONARY ARM | MOVEMENT ARM |
|---|---|---|
| ASIS on measured side | directed towards opposite ASIS | parallel to femur, directed at centre of the patella |
Expected Findings
Expected range of motion is 0-30 degrees[1]
References
- ↑ Norkin CC, White DJ. Measurement of joint motion: a guide to goniometry. FA Davis; 2016 Nov 18.