Stinchfield Test

Stinchfield Test or the Stichfield Exam is commonly used by orthopedic specialists, physical therapists, general practitioners, sports medicine professionals, and rheumatologists to diagnose and differentiate hip pathologies.

The Stinchfield Test is used when there's a need to investigate unexplained hip pain, particularly when differentiating between intra-articular and extra-articular hip issues.

The Stinchfield test is performed by placing the patient supine and executing a series of hip flexion and resistance movements. The practitioner assesses pain response and uses the findings to diagnose underlying hip pathologies.