Elbow Ligamentous Instability (Lateral) Evidence: suggestive

Tabletop Relocation Test Special Test

Orthopedic Physical Examination & Clinical Assessment Guide

Tabletop Relocation Test Orthopedic Special Test

What is it used for?

  • Diagnosing Posterolateral Rotatory Instability (PLRI).
  • Useful for patients who are too apprehensive for the Pivot-Shift test.

How to Perform

  • Position: Patient stands facing a table.
  • Action: Patient places the hand of the symptomatic arm on the edge of the table (forearm supinated) and pushes up.
  • Relocation: The examiner applies pressure to the radial head to prevent subluxation, usually relieving pain.

Interpretation of Results

  • Positive Test: Symptoms (pain/apprehension) occur when pushing up but are relieved when the examiner stabilizes the radial head.

References

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