A variation is to lift the leg while the patient is sitting.
Back straight leg lifts on floor.
Lying straight leg lowers starting position lie on the floor mat on your back.
Lie on your right side with your right elbow on the floor beneath your right shoulder and your palm on the floor for support.
However this reduces the sensitivity of the test.
Instead try lying on your back with one leg straight and the other leg bent at the knee.
Leg lifts can improve strength in the hip flexors and the lower rectus abdominis the muscle that lies on top of your stomach.
With the patient lying down on their back on an examination table or exam floor the examiner lifts the patient s leg while the knee is straight.
If you are unable to lift your leg up while it s straight or you have difficulty lying on your back take heart.
Place hands to sides or under lower back for support.
Keep lower back in contact with the floor as your bend knees and bring them up to your hips not pictured.
This is why it s vitally important to speak up and let the examiner know your limitations.
Keeping both legs as straight as possible lift your.
The straight leg raise test has modifications.
Keeping your abdominal muscles engaged and your lower back pressed into the floor throughout the exercise can help you to remain pain free.
Another reason to speak up is to avoid an injury during the testing.