Upper Limb Tension Tests (ULTTs) are a set of physical examination techniques used to assess the neural mobility and tension of the upper limb nerves. ULTT-I specifically tests for tension in the median nerve.

During the ULTT-I, the patient is positioned in a supine position with the shoulder sligh...

The Serratus Anterior Strength Test, also known as the Push Out Test, is a clinical maneuver used to examine the strength and function of the serratus anterior muscle, as well as to identify scapular winging.

Here is how the Serratus Anterior Strength Test is performed:

1. The patient is seated or ...

The Scapular Retraction Test is a physical examination maneuver used to assess patients with apparent weakness in the supraspinatus muscle, which may be due to scapular dyskinesis. This test is designed to evaluate the influence of scapular position and movement on rotator cuff muscle function.

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The Resisted AC Joint Extension Test is a physical examination maneuver used to help identify acromioclavicular joint pathology, such as AC joint sprains or separations.

Here are the steps to perform the Resisted AC Joint Extension Test:

1. Ask the patient to sit or stand comfortably with their arm...

The Scapular Assistance Test is a physical examination maneuver used to assess scapular motion and identify scapular dyskinesis, which is an abnormal scapular movement pattern. The test involves using manual assistance to improve scapular motion and determining whether this improves symptoms or rang...

The Rent test is a physical examination maneuver used to assess for the presence of full-thickness rotator cuff tears.

Here are the steps to perform the Rent test:

1. Ask the patient to sit comfortably with their arm hanging at their side.
2. With one hand, stabilize the patient's scapula (shoulder b...

The Paxinos sign test is a physical examination maneuver used to assess for acromioclavicular joint pathology, specifically for separation or dislocation of the joint.

Procedure:

1. Ask the patient to sit comfortably with the affected arm relaxed at the side.
2. Stand behind the patient and grasp the...

The Norwood stress test is a physical examination technique used to evaluate the integrity of the posterior capsule of the shoulder. It is primarily used to diagnose posterior instability of the shoulder joint.

Procedure:

1. The patient is seated with the arm being tested in 90 degrees of abduction...

The Load and Shift test is a clinical test used to assess the stability of the glenohumeral joint, specifically for anterior and posterior instability. The test involves applying a force to the humeral head and moving it anteriorly and posteriorly relative to the glenoid fossa.

Here are the general...

Neer's test is a physical examination maneuver used to identify possible subacromial impingement syndrome. It is performed by the examiner passively elevating the patient's arm in forward flexion, with the patient's elbow extended and the palm facing down. This maneuver brings the greater tuberosity...

O'Brien's Test is a clinical test used to assess for a labral tear or SLAP (superior labrum anterior to posterior) lesion of the shoulder. It is also known as the active compression test.

Procedure:

1. The patient should be seated or standing with the affected arm in 90 degrees of shoulder flexion,...

The Lag Sign of the Shoulder is a clinical test used to assess the presence of a full-thickness rotator cuff tear. During the test, the patient's arm is passively moved into shoulder abduction and external rotation, and the examiner asks the patient to maintain this position against resistance. If t...