The exam of the shoulder has to be completed by some specialized tests and provocative maneuvers that are specific for different shoulder lesions and pathologies.

Aug 6, 2021 · Apprehension test performed by bringing the arm in 90 degrees of abduction and full external rotation and patient experiences sense of instability. Relocation test performed by placing …

May 15, 2000 · We review key elements of the history and physical examination and describe maneuvers that can be used to reach an appropriate diagnosis.

Jul 10, 2025 · As an example, multiple examination maneuvers may yield positive results in a patient with an acutely injured shoulder, thereby reducing specificity. This topic reviews the examination of …

Shoulder mobility is efficiently assessed by measuring four ranges of motion: flexion, external rotation with the arm at the side, external rotation with the arm in 900 of abduction, and internal rotation. To …

Conclusions A positive lift-off test was highly specific for the detection of a full-thickness subscapularis tear and to reflect severe fatty degeneration. The 4 clinical tests are useful for estimating …

May 21, 2025 · In this instructional video, Dr. Matt DiPaola demonstrates how an orthopedic shoulder specialist approaches a shoulder exam to diagnose problems with accuracy and clarity.

Purpose: Review the exam skills and concepts needed in the typical internal medicine patient population. Review shoulder anatomy, landmarks and main diagnostic considerations. Provide an …

The Neer test is done to check for impingement of the rotator cuff tendons under the coracoacromial arch. It is done by placing the arm in forced forward flexion, lifted overhead, and fully pronated.

To review a brief clip of the specific exam tests below, click on the name of each exam. You may need to click on the video "play" button once the video screen appears.