Final answer:
Three additional SIJ pain provocation tests include the FABER/Patrick's test, Gaenslen's test, and the Compression test, all designed to elicit SIJ pain through specific movements and examiner-applied pressure.
Step-by-step explanation:
Pain provocation tests for sacroiliac joint (SIJ) dysfunction involve different maneuvers to identify discomfort in the SI area. Beyond what may have been provided in your handout, three tests include:
- The FABER/Patrick's test, where the patient lies down, flexes the hip, and positions the ankle of the tested side onto the opposite knee to form a figure "4". The examiner then gently presses down on the raised knee and the opposite hip to elicit pain.
- In the Gaenslen's test, the patient lies on the edge of an examination table, bringing one knee to the chest. The examiner then applies downward pressure on the opposite leg which is extended off the side of the table, looking for SIJ pain.
- The Compression test involves the patient lying on one side, and the examiner applies downward pressure on the topmost hip, hoping to compress the SIJ and prompt symptoms.
These assessments contribute to a comprehensive exam, which may also review the history and a physical exam to help corroborate the findings from these tests.