Elbow Varus Stress test is a physical examination technique used to assess the integrity of the lateral collateral ligament (LCL) in the elbow joint. The LCL is a ligament on the outer side of the elbow joint that provides stability to the joint during varus stress (a force that pushes the elbow...

The Golfer's Elbow Test is a physical examination technique used to assess the presence of medial epicondylitis, which is a type of elbow tendinitis. This condition is also known as golfer's elbow due to its association with the repetitive motions of golfing, but it can occur in anyone who...

The Elbow Flexion Test is a physical examination test that is used to evaluate the presence of cubital tunnel syndrome, which is a compression of the ulnar nerve as it passes through the cubital tunnel at the elbow. 

Here is the procedure for performing the Elbow Flexion Test:

1. Ask the...

The Elbow Valgus Stress test is a physical examination technique used to assess the integrity of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) in the elbow joint. The MCL is a ligament on the inner side of the elbow joint that provides stability to the joint during valgus stress (a force that pushes the...

The Elbow extension sign is a physical examination test used to assess for the presence of either a bony fracture or an elbow joint effusion.

Procedure:

1. Position the patient in a seated or supine position with their affected arm relaxed at their side.
2. Ask the patient to flex their elbow to 90...

Cozen's test is a physical examination technique used to assess lateral epicondylalgia, commonly known as tennis elbow. It involves passive wrist extension with the elbow in full extension and forearm pronated, and resisted wrist extension with the elbow in slight flexion and forearm...

The Elbow Quadrant Test is a physical examination test used to evaluate the presence of joint or soft tissue pathology in the elbow. It involves dividing the elbow into four quadrants and applying pressure or resistance to each quadrant to determine the location and extent of pain or discomfort.

Yocum's test is also known as the "internal rotation resistance test" and is used to evaluate for rotator cuff impingement. Here are the steps to perform Yocum's test:

1. Ask the patient to sit or stand with the arm to be tested at the side and the elbow flexed at 90 degrees.
2. Instruct the patient...

Yergason's Test is used to test for biceps tendon pathology, such as a tear or subluxation of the tendon in the bicipital groove. Here is a step-by-step procedure for performing the Yergason's Test:

1. Ask the patient to sit or stand with the arm in question at their side, bent at the elbow to 90...

The Whipple Test is a clinical examination maneuver used to identify partial rotator cuff tears or superior labrum tears. It is also known as the "lift-off test."

Here are the steps to perform the Whipple Test:

1. Ask the patient to stand with the affected arm at their side and the elbow bent to 90...

The Upper Limb Tension Test 3 (ULTT3) is used to assess for nerve irritation or compression in the upper limb, specifically the ulnar nerve.

Here is the step-by-step procedure for ULTT3:

1. The patient lies supine on a table with the shoulder abducted to 90 degrees and the elbow flexed to 90...

The Scarf Test is a clinical exam used to assess the integrity of the acromioclavicular (AC) joint. It is typically performed as part of a comprehensive shoulder evaluation and can be used to diagnose AC joint injuries such as sprains or separations.

Procedure:

1. Ask the patient to sit upright and...