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Soto-Hall Test Special Test

Orthopedic Physical Examination & Clinical Assessment Guide

Soto-Hall Test Orthopedic Special Test

What is it used for?

  • Differentiating between Bone/Ligament pathology and Muscle pathology in the neck.

How to Perform

  • Position: Patient lies supine.
  • Action: Examiner stabilizes the patient's sternum with one hand and passively flexes the patient's neck (chin to chest) with the other.

Interpretation of Results

  • Bone/Ligament Issue: Pain occurs during this passive flexion.
  • Muscular Issue: Pain occurs during active flexion (when patient lifts their own head) but diminishes during passive flexion.

References

  • Clinical Tests for the Musculoskeletal System 3rd Edition.