Kraus-Weber Trunk Strength & Flexibility Test

Here is the Kraus-Weber Trunk Strength & Flexibility Test that some clinics still use. It dates back to the Eisenhower administration in the late '50s. The test is quick and easy to perform. It is a 7 part test, where each part is scored 0-10 for a total sum of 0-70 points. Part 1 is a hip flexor strength test worth 10 points. The subject holds their feet at 10 inches for 10 secs. Each second is worth 1 point. Part 2 is an upper abs test. The subject should be able to raise, one time, all the way up. It is score a 0 if unable to perform, 5 points for halfway up and 10 for all the way up. Part 3, a lower abs test is cored similar to the upper abs test. Part 4 is an upper back test that the subject holds for 10 secs. Part 5 is a lower back test which the subject holds for 10 secs. Part 6 is a flexibility test. If the subject touches their toes, it is worth 10 points, if partial movement then 5. Part 7 is a quads test which is held for 10 secs. All 7 parts are added to create a score/70. My issue with the test is that it fails to consider hip flexor flexibility - a lack of flexibility in the hip flexors is a common problem with low back pain.