Piriformis Test (FAIR Test - Flexion, Adduction, and Internal Rotation)

Flex the hip to 90 degrees, then adduct and internally rotate the hip, stretching out the piriformis to potentially compress the sciatic nerve.
Pain in the sciatic / gluteal region is a positive test.

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Dr. Gerald Diaz @GeraldMD · 2 years ago
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