Hip Intra-Articular Evidence: suggestive

Log Roll Test Special Test

Orthopedic Physical Examination & Clinical Assessment Guide

Log Roll Test Orthopedic Special Test

What is it used for?

  • Screening for intra-articular hip pathology (synovitis, infection, fracture) without stressing muscles.

How to Perform

  • Position: Patient lies supine with legs extended and relaxed.
  • Action: Examiner passively rolls the thigh internally and externally (like rolling a log).

Interpretation of Results

  • Positive Test: Pain (Intra-articular pathology), Clicking (Labral tear), or excessive excursion (Ligamentous laxity).

References

  • Magee, D. J. (2021). Orthopedic Physical Assessment.