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Muscle Test for Extensor Digitorum Longus
Pointer Plus

Pointer Plus

The Pointer Plus is an easy to use trigger point (TP) locator which incorporates a push button stimulation feature to immediately treat Trigger point pain.

 

Individual Position: The individual is seated with their legs off the table, and the leg to be tested is slightly extended.

Practitioner Position: The practitioner is seated with their fingers placed on the dorsal aspect of the individual’s four (4) toes.

Description of Muscle Test: The individual is requested to extend or dorsiflex their toes against the practitioner’s resistance.

 

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