ROM Assessment Guide

Hip ROM

Learn how to assess hip movement using Active, Passive and Resisted ROM.

Movement Selector

Selected Movement

Flexion

Active ROM

Ask the client to bring the knee toward the chest.

Passive ROM

Support the leg and gently move the hip into flexion.

Resisted ROM

Client attempts hip flexion while resistance is applied against the thigh.

What to Observe

Pain
Range restriction
Compensation
Difference between sides

Assessment Flow

Observe→Active ROM→Passive ROM→Resisted ROM→Compare sides→Special Tests

Special Tests

Thomas Test

Hip flexor / rectus femoris assessment.

Ober’s Test

Iliotibial band / TFL assessment.

FABER Test

Hip joint / groin symptoms assessment.

FADIR Test

Hip joint / possible impingement-related symptoms assessment.

Quick Check

1. Who moves the hip during Active ROM?

2. Which ROM type is most useful for assessing end feel?

For educational revision only. ROM and orthopaedic test findings should be interpreted together with the client’s history, symptoms and other assessment findings.