Diagnostic Accuracy of the Head Elevation Test

The head elevation test demonstrated high diagnostic accuracy for vertebral compression fractures and represents a novel, simple bedside examination to rapidly screen older adults with back pain in both emergency and outpatient settings.

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Spine
Published
2025-10-15
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https://doi.org/10.1097/brs.0000000000005545
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Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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Diagnostic Accuracy of the Head Elevation Test

Takeshi Ueda
Spine
Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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Diagnostic Accuracy of the Head Elevation Test

Takeshi Ueda
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Abstract

The head elevation test demonstrated high diagnostic accuracy for vertebral compression fractures and represents a novel, simple bedside examination to rapidly screen older adults with back pain in both emergency and outpatient settings.

Spine
President University (ID), Kyoto City Hospital (JP)
Openalex Percentile: Top 67%
Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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