Pivot Shift Test
Pivot shift test is a manipulative test for demonstrating the rotatory subluxation that is often associated with anterior…
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External Rotation Lag Sign
The patient is seated with his or her back to the examiner. The elbow is passively flexed to…
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Bear Hug Test Overview
The Bear Hug Test is a new special test that is used to diagnose subscapularis tendon tears. It…
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Hornblower Sign
Hornblower sign or test is used to test for Teres Minor or Infraspinatus muscle pathology of the rotator…
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Tinel Test Overview
Tinel Test is used to evaluate nerve injuries, neuromas, and compression especially carpal tunnel syndrome.
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Anterior Drawer Test of the Ankle
Anterior Drawer Test of the ankle is performed to estimate the stability of the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL).
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Gamekeeper Test – Skier’s Thumb Test
Gamekeeper Test (or skier's thumb test) is used to evaluate the Ulnar collateral ligament of the metacarpophalangeal joint (MCP…
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Coleman Block Test
Coleman Block Test is used to identify the flexibility of the hindfoot during the stance phase in cavovarus…
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Active Elevation Lag Test
The Active Elevation Lag Test is a new clinical test to assess trapezius muscle function and potential spinal…
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Belly Press Test | Napoleon test
Belly Press Test is used to check for subscapularis muscle tear or pathology especially if the patient cannot…
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Crank Test
Crank Test is used to test for Labral Injuries and SLAP lesions (Superior Labrum from Anterior to Posterior tears) of the…
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Paxino Test Overview
The patient is seated with the test arm relaxed at the side. The examiner stands beside the test…
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