Range of Motion: Hip Adduction

To test Hip Adduction range of motion with an inclinometer, follow these steps:

1. Have the client adopt a supine position lying down on a massage table. For this test, it is prudent for the client to make room for their testing leg by bringing the opposite knee up into a bent but resting position. 
2. As this is a rotational test in the transverse plane, the inclinometer will adopt its rotation feature. Thus, it is critical that the smart device is aligned correctly before proceeding with this protocol. 
3. With the hip in a neutral position, place the smart device on the midway point of the client’s femur. 
4. Press play on the inclinometer and instruct the client to adduct their hip toward and across their midline as far as they can, before deviation of the pelvis starts to occur. Once the client has achieved maximal abduction, press the pause, and then the save button to record and view the results.
5. This test can also be performed passively by assisting the client to achieve extra range of motion. Either active or passive variation is acceptable, however it is crucial that whatever the variation selected is consistent and that it is recorded in the notes section. NB: Aiming for a result of at least 20 degrees of hip adduction.

The normal range of Hip Adduction range of motion can vary depending on age, sex, physical activity level, and other factors. However, typically, a range of motion of at least 20 degrees is considered normal for adults.

References:

1. Kisner, C., & Colby, L. A. (2017). Therapeutic Exercise: Foundations and Techniques. FA Davis.
2. Neumann, D. A. (2016). Kinesiology of the Musculoskeletal System: Foundations for Rehabilitation. Elsevier Health Sciences.
3. Clark, M., Lucett, S., & Sutton, B. (2014). NASM Essentials of Corrective Exercise Training. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.