Muscle Test for Tibialis Anterior

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 on the table with their legs dependent and with the leg to be tested slightly extended.

Practitioner Position: The practitioner is seated, facing the individual with one hand stabilizing the tibia while the other hand maintains contact against the medial aspect of the foot.

Description of Muscle Test: The individual is requested to dorsiflex and invert their foot against the practitioner’s resistance.

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