Impingement refers to mechanical compression and/or wear of an athlete's rotator cuff tendons. The rotator cuff is actually a series of four muscles connecting the scapula (shoulder blade) to the ...

The following text summarizes information provided in the video. Shoulder pain leads many patients to see a primary care physician. Obtaining a focused history and performing a proper examination of ...

How to perform the Crank test How to perform O’Brien’s active compression test Grading joint laxity The key signs to look and feel for during examination Visit Pulse Reference for details on 140 ...

2 Department of Physical Therapy, High Point University, School of Health Sciences, High Point, North Carolina, USA Background This article provides clinicians with a user's guide on the performance ...

Neer's test is a simple exam that assesses if your shoulder pain and limited range of motion may be caused by an impingement (pinching of tissue). Your healthcare provider or physical therapist can ...