FABER (Patrick's) Test for Hip and Sacroiliac Pathology Patrick's or Faber Test can be performed to evaluate for hip and sacroiliac pathology. One leg is flexed, abducted, and externally rotated in position, resting the foot on the other knee. If the leg does not lower into a position parallel to the exam table, there may be a hip flexor contracture or protective iliopsoas spasm. Pressure on the knee with counter-pressure on the opposite pelvic brim may elicit pain at the hip or sacroiliac joint. Video via @open_michigan #FABER #Patricks #Test #Hip #sacroiliac #PhysicalExam #clinical #video #sports #msk #orthopedics
