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A SIGN OF SCIATIC NERVE ROOT PRESSURE



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Abstract

Experiments have shown that the tension of the sciatic nerve roots is increased when the posterior tibial nerve is pressed upon in the popliteal space. A refinement of the straight leg raising test, based on this observation, is described.

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