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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