Why do doctors make you duck walk?
Why do doctors make you duck walk? The duck walk test was performed in case of suspected meniscal injury, based on mechanism of injury, general joint line pain, and/or mechanical complaints (ie, locking, giving away). The test is performed by squatting and “waddling” before rising and is positive in case of general joint line pain or painful “clicking”.
How do you do the Duckwalk?
Stand with your feet about shoulder-width apart. Push your hips back, bend your knees, and try to squat until your upper thighs are parallel to the floor, extending your arms out in front of you for balance. Keep your chest up, your weight on your heels, and your eyes straight ahead.
What is the point of the duck walk?
The duck walk is used to test feet and ankle balance, flexibility, agility and range of motion. It is just one of many medical tests performed at MEPS along with audiology, eye exams, blood screenings and full physical exams.
Are duck walks hard?
Duck walking can be quite strenuous at first, as you’re basically holding yourself in a one-leg squat, but it will gradually become easier with practice.