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Arms, Clinical Tests, Home, Shoulder

Reverse Impingement Test

Reverse Impingement Test or Impingement Relief Test Purpose of Reverse Impingement Test or Impingement Relief Test: To confirm the diagnosis of ‘impingement syndrome’ by reversing/relieving the painful arc and/or eliminating the ‘impingement sign’ after initially reproducing the patient’s shoulder pain with shoulder impingement tests such as Neer’s test (1-3). Patient position: Sitting upright with affected arm relaxed by the side. Examiner position: Standing beside/behind the … Continue reading Reverse Impingement Test

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Arms, Clinical Tests, Home, Shoulder

Neer Impingement Test

Purpose of Neer Impingement Test: To determine if there is an impingement in the shoulder joint (1, 2). Patient position: Sitting upright with the affected arm relaxed by the side. Examiner position: Standing beside/behind the patient’s affected side. Procedure: With one hand, depress and stabilize the scapula. With the other hand, rotate the patient’s arm internally and then perform a forward flexion passively in the … Continue reading Neer Impingement Test

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Does Joint Mobilization Improve Shoulder Function and Pain in Patients with Subacromial Pain Syndrome?

Subacromial pain syndrome (SAPS) is a common shoulder condition that affects individuals of all ages. It is characterized by pain and weakness in the shoulder, limiting the range of motion and causing discomfort during daily activities. Physical therapy is often recommended as a treatment option for SAPS, but it is unclear whether adding joint mobilization to a home training program provides additional benefits. Recently, Eliason … Continue reading Does Joint Mobilization Improve Shoulder Function and Pain in Patients with Subacromial Pain Syndrome?

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