Lunge Test

The traditional test of ankle joint range of motion requires that the subtalar joint should be kept in its neutral position. This is because of the range of dorsiflexion that can occur at that joint and by allowing that to happen, you can get a false impression of ankle joint dorsiflexion. The lunge test is a weightbearing test of ankle joint range of motion. It was largely dismissed by many when it was initially described as it did not keep the subtalar joint in it neutral position. However,

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