Diagnosis
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Rule in
No rule-in bedside tests yet.
Rule out
No rule-out bedside tests yet.
Associated tests
Bedside tests linked to this diagnosis without specific rule-in / rule-out data.
🎬Video coming Sept 2026
Achilles Deep Tendon Reflex
aka Ankle jerk
Rule in:VHPeripheral Neuropathy, HUpper Motor Neuron Lesion, SHHypothyroidism +5 more
Rule out:VHPeripheral Neuropathy, SHUpper Motor Neuron Lesion, NHS1 Radiculopathy +4 more
🎬Video coming Sept 2026
Digital Rectal Exam
Rule in:MHCauda Equina Syndrome, NHProstate Cancer
Rule out:NHProstate Cancer
🎬Video coming Sept 2026
Light Touch Sensation
Rule in:NHCauda Equina Syndrome, IEPeripheral Neuropathy
Rule out:NHCauda Equina Syndrome, IEPeripheral Neuropathy
🎬Video coming Sept 2026
Straight Leg Raise
aka Lasègue sign
Rule in:SHLumbosacral Radiculopathy, IECauda Equina Syndrome
Rule out:SHLumbar Disc Herniation, SHLumbosacral Radiculopathy, IECauda Equina Syndrome