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Symphysis pain palpation test

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DEFINITION / DESCRIPTION^[1]

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The patient lies supine. The integral front side of the pubic symphysis is palpated softly.

If the pain caused by the palpation remains for more than 5 seconds after the examiner removes his hand, it is considered as pain.

It is considered as tenderness when the pain disappears within 5 seconds.

REFERENCES

↑ Vleeming A, Albert HB, Östgaard HC, Sturesson B, Stuge B. European guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of pelvic girdle pain. European Spine Journal Jun 2008; 17(6) : 794-819.
↑ rehabstudents. pubic symphysis. Available from: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBqAIUEJ77M[last accessed 19/04/14]

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