Kraus Weber Test No
Kraus Weber Test No
With his feet held on the ground by the examiner, the subject lies
flat on his back with his hands behind the neck. Perform one sit-up.
Kraus Weber Test No. 2. The subject is in the same position except that his knees are bent
with his ankles close to the buttocks. Perform one sit-up.
Kraus Weber Test No. 3. The subject lies flat on his back with his hands behind his neck.
The legsstraightare lifted 10 inches off the floor. Hold this position for 10 seconds.
Kraus Weber Test No. 4. The subject lies on his stomach with a pillow under his lower
abdomen and groin. The examiner holds his feet down. Lift head, shoulders, and chest off the
floor and hold for 10 seconds.
Kraus Weber Test No. 5. The subjects position is the same, but the examiner holds the chest
down. With knees straight, lift legs off floor and hold for 10 seconds.
Kraus Weber Test No. 6. The subject stands erect, barefooted, and with feet together. The
examiner holds the knees straight. Bend over slowly and touch the floor with the fingertips.
Hold this position for 3 seconds