10/10/2026
* High-yield clinical breakdown of the Trendelenburg Sign—a key indicator of hip abductor weakness! 🦵
* Normal: The pelvis remains level when the opposite leg is lifted.
* Trendelenburg Sign: The pelvis drops on the opposite side (unsupported side) due to weakness in the hip abductors, especially the gluteus medius.
* Clinical Significance: Commonly seen in conditions like hip abductor tendon tears, hip osteoarthritis, and superior gluteal nerve injury.
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