Which condition is listed as an indication for Vleeming's active straight leg raise?

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The key idea is that Vleeming’s active straight leg raise assesses how well the pelvis and sacroiliac joints transfer load from the spine to the legs. It targets the pelvic ring and the stability of the pelvic girdle during a functional leg raise, which can reveal sacroiliac joint dysfunction or instability that often contributes to low back pain.

This test is most informative for subacute low back pain with suspected pelvic girdle or SIJ involvement. In this subacute stage, the pelvic ring may show impaired load transfer, and the ASLR can reproduce pain or reveal a limitation in how the trunk supports the leg lift, signaling SIJ/pelvic girdle impairment. Acute neck pain or an ankle sprain do not involve the pelvic ring in the same way, so the ASLR is not indicated for those conditions. While pelvic pain can occur, the scenario described in standard indications emphasizes subacute low back pain with a suspected SIJ contribution, making it the best fit.