The Jerk test is a physical examination maneuver used to detect posteroinferior instability of the glenohumeral joint. This test involves a sudden and forceful posteriorly directed force applied to the patient's arm while it is held in a position of abduction and external rotation.

Here is a...

The internal rotation lag sign is a clinical test used to assess the integrity of the subscapularis muscle and tendon, which is one of the four muscles of the rotator cuff. The subscapularis muscle is responsible for internal rotation of the shoulder joint.

Procedure:

1. Ask the patient to sit or...

The Hawkins-Kennedy impingement test is a clinical test used to identify possible subacromial impingement syndrome, which occurs when there is compression of the rotator cuff tendons and subacromial bursa between the acromion and the humeral head. Here's how the test is performed:

1. The patient is...

The Empty Can Test is a physical examination technique used to assess the function of the supraspinatus muscle and supraspinatus tendon in the shoulder. It is primarily used to identify lesions or tears in these structures.

Procedure:

1. Ask the patient to stand with their arms at their sides.
2. ...

Gerber's test, also known as the Lift-Off Test (LOT), is a simple and quick way to assess the integrity of the rotator cuff tendons. The test involves passively lifting the arm of the patient, thereby taking the tension off the rotator cuff tendons.

Here's a step-by-step procedure to perform...

The Hara test is a functional assessment tool used to identify abnormalities in the kinetic chain of the upper extremity. It involves evaluating the coordination and movement patterns of the shoulder, scapula, and arm during a specific movement. Here is a step-by-step procedure for performing the...

The Full Can Test is another clinical test that is commonly used to assess the function of the supraspinatus muscle. Here is a step-by-step procedure for performing the Full Can Test:

1. Ask the patient to stand or sit upright, with the arms at the sides.
2. Instruct the patient to elevate both arms...

Hornblower's sign is a clinical test used to assess for a teres minor muscle tear or pathology. 

Here's how the test is performed:

1. The patient is positioned in a prone position (lying face down) with the arm in 90 degrees of abduction and the elbow flexed to 90 degrees.
2. The examiner...

The Biceps Load II test is a clinical exam that is used to detect Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior (SLAP) lesions in the shoulder. Here are the steps to perform the test:

1. The patient lies on their back on an examination table with their arm abducted to 90 degrees and elbow flexed to 90...

The Crank Test is a physical examination maneuver used to detect glenoid labral tears in the shoulder joint.

Here are the steps to perform the Crank Test:

1. The patient lies supine on the examination table.
2. The examiner abducts the patient's arm to 160 degrees and flexes the elbow to 90 degrees.
3. ...

Codman's Test, also known as the Drop Arm Test, is a physical examination maneuver used to assess a suspected rotator cuff tear. It is used to evaluate the integrity of the supraspinatus tendon and muscle, which is commonly injured in rotator cuff tears.

Here are the steps to perform the Codman's...

The drop arm test is a physical examination maneuver used to assess for full-thickness rotator cuff tears. It is performed by asking the patient to actively lift their arm to shoulder level, then slowly lower it back down to their side. If the patient is unable to smoothly lower their arm or...