Physical examination maneuver

Physical Exam

Trendelenburg Sign

also known as Trendelenburg test
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How to Perform

Stand behind the patient and observe the iliac crests. Ask the patient to stand on one leg by lifting the opposite foot off the floor, and watch the pelvis. Repeat on the opposite side. Normally, the pelvis remains level or rises slightly on that side. A positive Trendelenburg sign is dropping of the pelvis on the side of the raised leg.

How to Interpret

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Gluteal Tendinopathy

Trendelenburg sign positive
Rule in
Helpful
Rule out
InconclusiveWide CI
Evidence:Limited

References

  • Reiman MP, Goode AP, Hegedus EJ, Cook CE, Wright AA. Diagnostic accuracy of clinical tests of the hip: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Br J Sports Med. 2013 Sep;47(14):893-902. doi:10.1136/bjsports-2012-091035. PMID 22773321.
  • Trendelenburg F. Über den Gang bei angeborener Hüftgelenksluxation. Dtsch Med Wochenschr. 1895;21(2):21-24.

Research last updated September 10, 2026.

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Gluteal Tendinopathy

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