The Straight Leg Raise (SLR) test is commonly used to identify disc pathology or nerve root irritation, as it mechanically stresses lumbosacral nerve roots. It also has specific importance in detecting disc herniation and neural compression.

Several aspects of your leg's strength and stability can be determined with a straight leg raise test (SLR). A doctor performs a straightforward leg test by lying the patient flat on a bed...

2023年6月12日 · The straight leg raise test, also called the Lasegue test, is a fundamental maneuver during the physical examination of a patient with lower back pain. It aims to assess for lumbosacral nerve root irritation.

The straight leg raise is a test that can be performed during a physical examination, with the leg being lifted actively by the patient or passively by the clinician.

2024年10月6日 · The Lasegue sign or straight leg raise (SLR) test is a clinical test to assess nerve root irritation in the lumbosacral area. This test is an integral part of the neurological examination of the patients presenting with low back pain with or without radicular symptoms.

The Straight Leg Raise Test (SLR), also known as Lasègue's Test is a common orthopedic special test to rule out lumbar radicular syndrome

2024年2月8日 · A straight leg raise test can help diagnose multiple conditions, like lumbar disc issues, nerve root irritation, and muscle tightness or injury. It is typically used when people present with low back pain and nerve pain that radiates down the leg.

2023年1月8日 · Healthcare providers sometimes use a test called a straight leg lift (or straight leg raise) to help find the reason for back pain when you lift your leg. Possibilities include a herniated disc or spondylolysis, a stress fracture in the spine. Some studies suggest the straight leg test is helpful in diagnosing sciatica and other causes.