Using Ely's Test as Part of Hip Assessment
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Stuart Hinds explains Ely's Test as part of hip assessment
Ely’s test is commonly used to assess tightness in the rectus femoris. In some purist circles, it has become popular in recent years to discount the value of this test, based on the findings of some pretty minor research.
In my experience, Ely's Test remains a useful tool and continues to be used widely and effectively by therapists, within elite sports and athletics.
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Stuart Hinds is one of Australia’s leading soft tissue therapists, with over 27 years of experience as a practitioner, working with elite sports athletes, supporting Olympic teams, educating and mentoring others as well as running a highly successful clinic in Geelong.
Stuart has a strong following of practitioners across Australia and globally who tap into his expertise as a soft-tissue specialist. He delivers a range of highly sought after seminars across Australia, supported by online videos, webinars and one-on-one mentoring to help support his colleagues to build successful businesses.
In 2016, Stuart was awarded a lifetime membership to Massage & Myotherapy Australia for his significant support and contribution to the industry.
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