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PRINCIPLES OF
EXAMINING THE
SHOULDER
Greg Bennett PT DSc
Excel Physical Therapy
Marymount University
Shoulder Issues Second most common
musculoskeletal complaint
HmmWhat was 1
Difficult joint to examine
Why is this
Multidirectional range of motion- UNIQUE
How many ldquojointsrdquo
Shoulder injury can affect nearly every sport and many daily activities
Objectives Review pertinent
anatomy
Discuss common pathologies
Discuss historical clues to diagnosis
Select cases
Physical exam in small group discussions
EXAMINATION GOALS
Global enough to rule out referred syndromes andor associated pathologies
Specific focus on pathologic tissues as the diagnosis becomes clear
Develop a prognosis that is realistic for the diagnosis ie is therapy the appropriate intervention
Establish a treatment program according to the diagnostic with continuous modification to meet change
Bony Anatomy Anterior
Radiographic Anatomy
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Anatomy
Glenohumeral joint
bull ldquoBall and socketrdquo vs ldquoGolf ball and teerdquo
bull Very mobile
bull Price instability
bull 45 of all dislocations
bull Joint stability depends on multiple factors
Anatomy
Glenohumeral joint
bull Passive stability
Joint conformity
Glenoid labrum (50)
Joint capsule
Ligaments
Bony restraints
Anatomy
Muscles bull Deltoid bull Trapezius bull Rhomboids bull Levator
scapulae bull Rotator cuff bull Teres major bull Biceps bull Pectoralis
muscles bull Serratus
anterior
Scapular stabilizers
Anatomy Rotator Cuff
Muscles
bull S ndash Supraspinatus
bull I ndash Infraspinatus
bull T - Teres minor
bull S- Supscapularis
Anatomy
Bursae
bull Subacromial
(Subdeltoid)
bull Subscapular
Anatomy
Neurologic
bull Nerve roots
bull Brachial plexus
bull Peripheral nerves
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Anatomy
Coordinated shoulder motion
bull Glenohumeral motion
bull Acromioclavicular motion
bull Sternoclavicular motion
bull Scapulothoracic motion
Scapular-humeral rhythm
ldquoIf we agree on everything one of
us is unnecessaryrdquo
EXAMINATION GOALS
1ESTABLISH OR CONFIRM DIAGNOSIS
2ESTABLISH TREATMENT
3LIMIT
PROGRESSION
4BASELINE PATIENT STATUS
CURRENT SYMPTOMS
Swelling
Instability
Pain
Dysfunction
Function
POSSIBILITIES
Sudden Onset Trauma
Labral tear
Capsularligament strain or sprain
Muscle tear
Fracture
GHAC Dislocation
SC Injury
POSSIBILITIES
Sudden Onset No Trauma
Neoplasm
Sub-clinical injury
Overuse ldquoFinal Strawrdquo
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POSSIBILITIES
Gradual onset no trauma SLAP-peel back
mechanism
Subluxation or dislocation
OA tendonitis
Impingement
POSSIBILITIES
Gradual onset trauma
Grade I or II SprainStrain
Subluxation
DJD
Impingement
Mechanism of Injury
Associated Mechanics CAPSULE INJURIES
FOOSH
Hyperextension
Deceleration
OVERUSE
Tendonitis common
Impingement
The capsule is weak and prone to injury
Labrum together with biceps traction
Are these the same
Fracture
Direct blow
FOOSH
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Where do things go wrong
Fractures
Floating Shoulder
Floating Shoulder
Scapular fracture combined with an upper humerus fracture or a clavicular injury
True floating shoulder does not occur unless in addition to a clavicular shaft fracture bull scapular spineacromial
fracture bull or disruption of the
acromioclavicular (AC) amp coracoacromial (CC) ligaments
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC)
Maintains the stable relationship between the upper extremity amp the axial skeleton
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Double disruption is failure of the ring in
two or more places amp results in delayed healing darr strength amp other long-term
problems
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Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Single soft tissue disruption + clavicle
fracture or the bodyspine of scapula may produce the same result as double disruption
PAIN-beware of correlations (no
absolutes)
Sudden Trauma major injury
Prolonged rest RTC OA
Prolonged Activity OA tendonitis capsular deficiency
Overhead use instability subluxation labral lesions
Evaluating Motion
Parameters- physiologic accessory quantity quality end feel
Passive motion exceeds active motion
Types of End Feel
Capsular- ldquostretching leather gradual increasing resistance eg- full external shoulder rotation
Ligamentous- similar to capsular but harder eg-terminal knee extension
Soft Tissue Approximation- painless compression of soft tissue eg- terminal elbow flexion
Bone on Bone- hard sudden stop eg- terminal elbow extension
Types of End Feel Spastic- palpable muscular resistance to stretch
(splinting) eg- straight leg raise with tight hamstrings
Springy - eg-loose body blockage as with a tom meniscus
Empty- patient stops motion before resistance is felt
PainMotion Sequence
Pain followed by resistance- acute lesion
Pain withat resistance- subacute lesion
Pain after resistance- chronic lesion
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Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypomobile 0 ankylosed (surgery)
1 moderate decrease (therapy-motion)
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Normal
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
3 normal
4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypermobile 4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
5 moderate increase (therapy)
6 complete instability
(surgery)
Shoulder Stability
Circle Stability
Primary restraint is on the side of translation secondary restraint comes from the opposite side dynamic (muscular) restraint comes from both sides
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Dislocations and separations are protected by both ldquostaticrdquo and ldquodynamicrdquo stabilizershellip
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Arthritis can happen at these joints toohellip
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Glenohumeral Joint
Shallow (ldquogolf ball sitting on a teerdquo) bull Inherently unstable (maximizes ROM)
Static stabilizers bull glenohumeral ligaments glenoid labrum and
capsule
Dynamic stabilizers bull Predominantly rotator cuff muscles
bull Also scapular stabilizers Trapezius leavator scapulae serratus anterior
rhomboids
Bony Anatomy
ldquoStatic Stabilizersrdquo
What goes wronghellip Besides separations and dislocations
Instability
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
LABRUM
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 0
Tissue Tests
Superior G-H ligament
Middle G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Sulcus
Sulcus
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Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 45
Tissue Tests
Middle G-H ligament
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 90
Tissue Tests
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Crank
apprehension
Classification of Instability
Grade
I Humeral head rides up but not over glenoid rim labrum
II Head rides up and over glenoid rim and reduces spontaneously as stress is removed
III Head rides up and over glenoid rim and remains dislocated
The Examination Process
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Resisted Tests
1 flexion
2 abduction
3 external rotation
4 internal rotation
5 horizontal abdadd
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Special Tests
1 Yergason Test
2 Adson Test
3 Impingement Tests
Palpation
Neurological Assessment
1 Dermatomes
2 Reflexes
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Examination of Shoulder Sitting
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test 3 OBriens Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination from PosteriorSide
C-spine clearance
Range of Motion AROMPROM
Examination of SC and AC joint
Impingement Tests
Scapula
Instability Tests
1 AP direction
2 Inferior direction
Examination of Shoulder Supine
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination of Shoulder Supine
Palpation
1 crepitus
2 biceps tendon
3 supraspinatus
Resisted Tests
Flexibility Tests
Shoulder Examination Prone
Palpation
1 posterior capsule
2 posterior cuff
Resisted Tests
bull Horizontal
bull ER
INTERPERTATION
RO referral
Scan spine
Analysis
Confirmation
Diagnosis
Problem list (goals)
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Physical Examination OBSERVATION
Gait activities
Posture
Deformity alignment
Swelling
Atrophy
Ruborredness
Stress
PALPATION
Calortemperature
TTP
Swelling
Sensation
Structure
Pulses
Crepitus
ACTIVE MOTION
Deficits
Quality
Crepitance
Apprehension
Range of Motion
AROM
PROM
Accessory Motion
Total Motion Concept
Range of Motion
Forward flexion
160 - 180deg
Extension 40 - 60deg
Abduction 180
Adduction 45 deg
Internal rotation
60 - 90 deg
External rotation
80 - 90 deg
Apley Scratch Test
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Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
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Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
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Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
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OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
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Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
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Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
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Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
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GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
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Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
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Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
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Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
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Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
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Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
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Anatomy
Glenohumeral joint
bull ldquoBall and socketrdquo vs ldquoGolf ball and teerdquo
bull Very mobile
bull Price instability
bull 45 of all dislocations
bull Joint stability depends on multiple factors
Anatomy
Glenohumeral joint
bull Passive stability
Joint conformity
Glenoid labrum (50)
Joint capsule
Ligaments
Bony restraints
Anatomy
Muscles bull Deltoid bull Trapezius bull Rhomboids bull Levator
scapulae bull Rotator cuff bull Teres major bull Biceps bull Pectoralis
muscles bull Serratus
anterior
Scapular stabilizers
Anatomy Rotator Cuff
Muscles
bull S ndash Supraspinatus
bull I ndash Infraspinatus
bull T - Teres minor
bull S- Supscapularis
Anatomy
Bursae
bull Subacromial
(Subdeltoid)
bull Subscapular
Anatomy
Neurologic
bull Nerve roots
bull Brachial plexus
bull Peripheral nerves
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Anatomy
Coordinated shoulder motion
bull Glenohumeral motion
bull Acromioclavicular motion
bull Sternoclavicular motion
bull Scapulothoracic motion
Scapular-humeral rhythm
ldquoIf we agree on everything one of
us is unnecessaryrdquo
EXAMINATION GOALS
1ESTABLISH OR CONFIRM DIAGNOSIS
2ESTABLISH TREATMENT
3LIMIT
PROGRESSION
4BASELINE PATIENT STATUS
CURRENT SYMPTOMS
Swelling
Instability
Pain
Dysfunction
Function
POSSIBILITIES
Sudden Onset Trauma
Labral tear
Capsularligament strain or sprain
Muscle tear
Fracture
GHAC Dislocation
SC Injury
POSSIBILITIES
Sudden Onset No Trauma
Neoplasm
Sub-clinical injury
Overuse ldquoFinal Strawrdquo
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POSSIBILITIES
Gradual onset no trauma SLAP-peel back
mechanism
Subluxation or dislocation
OA tendonitis
Impingement
POSSIBILITIES
Gradual onset trauma
Grade I or II SprainStrain
Subluxation
DJD
Impingement
Mechanism of Injury
Associated Mechanics CAPSULE INJURIES
FOOSH
Hyperextension
Deceleration
OVERUSE
Tendonitis common
Impingement
The capsule is weak and prone to injury
Labrum together with biceps traction
Are these the same
Fracture
Direct blow
FOOSH
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Where do things go wrong
Fractures
Floating Shoulder
Floating Shoulder
Scapular fracture combined with an upper humerus fracture or a clavicular injury
True floating shoulder does not occur unless in addition to a clavicular shaft fracture bull scapular spineacromial
fracture bull or disruption of the
acromioclavicular (AC) amp coracoacromial (CC) ligaments
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC)
Maintains the stable relationship between the upper extremity amp the axial skeleton
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Double disruption is failure of the ring in
two or more places amp results in delayed healing darr strength amp other long-term
problems
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Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Single soft tissue disruption + clavicle
fracture or the bodyspine of scapula may produce the same result as double disruption
PAIN-beware of correlations (no
absolutes)
Sudden Trauma major injury
Prolonged rest RTC OA
Prolonged Activity OA tendonitis capsular deficiency
Overhead use instability subluxation labral lesions
Evaluating Motion
Parameters- physiologic accessory quantity quality end feel
Passive motion exceeds active motion
Types of End Feel
Capsular- ldquostretching leather gradual increasing resistance eg- full external shoulder rotation
Ligamentous- similar to capsular but harder eg-terminal knee extension
Soft Tissue Approximation- painless compression of soft tissue eg- terminal elbow flexion
Bone on Bone- hard sudden stop eg- terminal elbow extension
Types of End Feel Spastic- palpable muscular resistance to stretch
(splinting) eg- straight leg raise with tight hamstrings
Springy - eg-loose body blockage as with a tom meniscus
Empty- patient stops motion before resistance is felt
PainMotion Sequence
Pain followed by resistance- acute lesion
Pain withat resistance- subacute lesion
Pain after resistance- chronic lesion
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Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypomobile 0 ankylosed (surgery)
1 moderate decrease (therapy-motion)
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Normal
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
3 normal
4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypermobile 4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
5 moderate increase (therapy)
6 complete instability
(surgery)
Shoulder Stability
Circle Stability
Primary restraint is on the side of translation secondary restraint comes from the opposite side dynamic (muscular) restraint comes from both sides
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Dislocations and separations are protected by both ldquostaticrdquo and ldquodynamicrdquo stabilizershellip
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Arthritis can happen at these joints toohellip
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Glenohumeral Joint
Shallow (ldquogolf ball sitting on a teerdquo) bull Inherently unstable (maximizes ROM)
Static stabilizers bull glenohumeral ligaments glenoid labrum and
capsule
Dynamic stabilizers bull Predominantly rotator cuff muscles
bull Also scapular stabilizers Trapezius leavator scapulae serratus anterior
rhomboids
Bony Anatomy
ldquoStatic Stabilizersrdquo
What goes wronghellip Besides separations and dislocations
Instability
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
LABRUM
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 0
Tissue Tests
Superior G-H ligament
Middle G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Sulcus
Sulcus
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Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 45
Tissue Tests
Middle G-H ligament
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 90
Tissue Tests
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Crank
apprehension
Classification of Instability
Grade
I Humeral head rides up but not over glenoid rim labrum
II Head rides up and over glenoid rim and reduces spontaneously as stress is removed
III Head rides up and over glenoid rim and remains dislocated
The Examination Process
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Resisted Tests
1 flexion
2 abduction
3 external rotation
4 internal rotation
5 horizontal abdadd
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Special Tests
1 Yergason Test
2 Adson Test
3 Impingement Tests
Palpation
Neurological Assessment
1 Dermatomes
2 Reflexes
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Examination of Shoulder Sitting
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test 3 OBriens Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination from PosteriorSide
C-spine clearance
Range of Motion AROMPROM
Examination of SC and AC joint
Impingement Tests
Scapula
Instability Tests
1 AP direction
2 Inferior direction
Examination of Shoulder Supine
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination of Shoulder Supine
Palpation
1 crepitus
2 biceps tendon
3 supraspinatus
Resisted Tests
Flexibility Tests
Shoulder Examination Prone
Palpation
1 posterior capsule
2 posterior cuff
Resisted Tests
bull Horizontal
bull ER
INTERPERTATION
RO referral
Scan spine
Analysis
Confirmation
Diagnosis
Problem list (goals)
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Physical Examination OBSERVATION
Gait activities
Posture
Deformity alignment
Swelling
Atrophy
Ruborredness
Stress
PALPATION
Calortemperature
TTP
Swelling
Sensation
Structure
Pulses
Crepitus
ACTIVE MOTION
Deficits
Quality
Crepitance
Apprehension
Range of Motion
AROM
PROM
Accessory Motion
Total Motion Concept
Range of Motion
Forward flexion
160 - 180deg
Extension 40 - 60deg
Abduction 180
Adduction 45 deg
Internal rotation
60 - 90 deg
External rotation
80 - 90 deg
Apley Scratch Test
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Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
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Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
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Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
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OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
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Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
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Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
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Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
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GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
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Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
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Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
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Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
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Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
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Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
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Anatomy
Coordinated shoulder motion
bull Glenohumeral motion
bull Acromioclavicular motion
bull Sternoclavicular motion
bull Scapulothoracic motion
Scapular-humeral rhythm
ldquoIf we agree on everything one of
us is unnecessaryrdquo
EXAMINATION GOALS
1ESTABLISH OR CONFIRM DIAGNOSIS
2ESTABLISH TREATMENT
3LIMIT
PROGRESSION
4BASELINE PATIENT STATUS
CURRENT SYMPTOMS
Swelling
Instability
Pain
Dysfunction
Function
POSSIBILITIES
Sudden Onset Trauma
Labral tear
Capsularligament strain or sprain
Muscle tear
Fracture
GHAC Dislocation
SC Injury
POSSIBILITIES
Sudden Onset No Trauma
Neoplasm
Sub-clinical injury
Overuse ldquoFinal Strawrdquo
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POSSIBILITIES
Gradual onset no trauma SLAP-peel back
mechanism
Subluxation or dislocation
OA tendonitis
Impingement
POSSIBILITIES
Gradual onset trauma
Grade I or II SprainStrain
Subluxation
DJD
Impingement
Mechanism of Injury
Associated Mechanics CAPSULE INJURIES
FOOSH
Hyperextension
Deceleration
OVERUSE
Tendonitis common
Impingement
The capsule is weak and prone to injury
Labrum together with biceps traction
Are these the same
Fracture
Direct blow
FOOSH
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Where do things go wrong
Fractures
Floating Shoulder
Floating Shoulder
Scapular fracture combined with an upper humerus fracture or a clavicular injury
True floating shoulder does not occur unless in addition to a clavicular shaft fracture bull scapular spineacromial
fracture bull or disruption of the
acromioclavicular (AC) amp coracoacromial (CC) ligaments
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC)
Maintains the stable relationship between the upper extremity amp the axial skeleton
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Double disruption is failure of the ring in
two or more places amp results in delayed healing darr strength amp other long-term
problems
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Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Single soft tissue disruption + clavicle
fracture or the bodyspine of scapula may produce the same result as double disruption
PAIN-beware of correlations (no
absolutes)
Sudden Trauma major injury
Prolonged rest RTC OA
Prolonged Activity OA tendonitis capsular deficiency
Overhead use instability subluxation labral lesions
Evaluating Motion
Parameters- physiologic accessory quantity quality end feel
Passive motion exceeds active motion
Types of End Feel
Capsular- ldquostretching leather gradual increasing resistance eg- full external shoulder rotation
Ligamentous- similar to capsular but harder eg-terminal knee extension
Soft Tissue Approximation- painless compression of soft tissue eg- terminal elbow flexion
Bone on Bone- hard sudden stop eg- terminal elbow extension
Types of End Feel Spastic- palpable muscular resistance to stretch
(splinting) eg- straight leg raise with tight hamstrings
Springy - eg-loose body blockage as with a tom meniscus
Empty- patient stops motion before resistance is felt
PainMotion Sequence
Pain followed by resistance- acute lesion
Pain withat resistance- subacute lesion
Pain after resistance- chronic lesion
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Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypomobile 0 ankylosed (surgery)
1 moderate decrease (therapy-motion)
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Normal
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
3 normal
4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypermobile 4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
5 moderate increase (therapy)
6 complete instability
(surgery)
Shoulder Stability
Circle Stability
Primary restraint is on the side of translation secondary restraint comes from the opposite side dynamic (muscular) restraint comes from both sides
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Dislocations and separations are protected by both ldquostaticrdquo and ldquodynamicrdquo stabilizershellip
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Arthritis can happen at these joints toohellip
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Glenohumeral Joint
Shallow (ldquogolf ball sitting on a teerdquo) bull Inherently unstable (maximizes ROM)
Static stabilizers bull glenohumeral ligaments glenoid labrum and
capsule
Dynamic stabilizers bull Predominantly rotator cuff muscles
bull Also scapular stabilizers Trapezius leavator scapulae serratus anterior
rhomboids
Bony Anatomy
ldquoStatic Stabilizersrdquo
What goes wronghellip Besides separations and dislocations
Instability
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
LABRUM
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 0
Tissue Tests
Superior G-H ligament
Middle G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Sulcus
Sulcus
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Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 45
Tissue Tests
Middle G-H ligament
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 90
Tissue Tests
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Crank
apprehension
Classification of Instability
Grade
I Humeral head rides up but not over glenoid rim labrum
II Head rides up and over glenoid rim and reduces spontaneously as stress is removed
III Head rides up and over glenoid rim and remains dislocated
The Examination Process
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Resisted Tests
1 flexion
2 abduction
3 external rotation
4 internal rotation
5 horizontal abdadd
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Special Tests
1 Yergason Test
2 Adson Test
3 Impingement Tests
Palpation
Neurological Assessment
1 Dermatomes
2 Reflexes
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Examination of Shoulder Sitting
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test 3 OBriens Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination from PosteriorSide
C-spine clearance
Range of Motion AROMPROM
Examination of SC and AC joint
Impingement Tests
Scapula
Instability Tests
1 AP direction
2 Inferior direction
Examination of Shoulder Supine
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination of Shoulder Supine
Palpation
1 crepitus
2 biceps tendon
3 supraspinatus
Resisted Tests
Flexibility Tests
Shoulder Examination Prone
Palpation
1 posterior capsule
2 posterior cuff
Resisted Tests
bull Horizontal
bull ER
INTERPERTATION
RO referral
Scan spine
Analysis
Confirmation
Diagnosis
Problem list (goals)
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Physical Examination OBSERVATION
Gait activities
Posture
Deformity alignment
Swelling
Atrophy
Ruborredness
Stress
PALPATION
Calortemperature
TTP
Swelling
Sensation
Structure
Pulses
Crepitus
ACTIVE MOTION
Deficits
Quality
Crepitance
Apprehension
Range of Motion
AROM
PROM
Accessory Motion
Total Motion Concept
Range of Motion
Forward flexion
160 - 180deg
Extension 40 - 60deg
Abduction 180
Adduction 45 deg
Internal rotation
60 - 90 deg
External rotation
80 - 90 deg
Apley Scratch Test
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Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
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Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
10192012
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Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
10192012
15
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
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Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
10192012
17
Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
10192012
18
Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
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GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
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Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
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Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
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Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
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Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
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Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
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POSSIBILITIES
Gradual onset no trauma SLAP-peel back
mechanism
Subluxation or dislocation
OA tendonitis
Impingement
POSSIBILITIES
Gradual onset trauma
Grade I or II SprainStrain
Subluxation
DJD
Impingement
Mechanism of Injury
Associated Mechanics CAPSULE INJURIES
FOOSH
Hyperextension
Deceleration
OVERUSE
Tendonitis common
Impingement
The capsule is weak and prone to injury
Labrum together with biceps traction
Are these the same
Fracture
Direct blow
FOOSH
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Where do things go wrong
Fractures
Floating Shoulder
Floating Shoulder
Scapular fracture combined with an upper humerus fracture or a clavicular injury
True floating shoulder does not occur unless in addition to a clavicular shaft fracture bull scapular spineacromial
fracture bull or disruption of the
acromioclavicular (AC) amp coracoacromial (CC) ligaments
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC)
Maintains the stable relationship between the upper extremity amp the axial skeleton
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Double disruption is failure of the ring in
two or more places amp results in delayed healing darr strength amp other long-term
problems
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Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Single soft tissue disruption + clavicle
fracture or the bodyspine of scapula may produce the same result as double disruption
PAIN-beware of correlations (no
absolutes)
Sudden Trauma major injury
Prolonged rest RTC OA
Prolonged Activity OA tendonitis capsular deficiency
Overhead use instability subluxation labral lesions
Evaluating Motion
Parameters- physiologic accessory quantity quality end feel
Passive motion exceeds active motion
Types of End Feel
Capsular- ldquostretching leather gradual increasing resistance eg- full external shoulder rotation
Ligamentous- similar to capsular but harder eg-terminal knee extension
Soft Tissue Approximation- painless compression of soft tissue eg- terminal elbow flexion
Bone on Bone- hard sudden stop eg- terminal elbow extension
Types of End Feel Spastic- palpable muscular resistance to stretch
(splinting) eg- straight leg raise with tight hamstrings
Springy - eg-loose body blockage as with a tom meniscus
Empty- patient stops motion before resistance is felt
PainMotion Sequence
Pain followed by resistance- acute lesion
Pain withat resistance- subacute lesion
Pain after resistance- chronic lesion
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Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypomobile 0 ankylosed (surgery)
1 moderate decrease (therapy-motion)
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Normal
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
3 normal
4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypermobile 4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
5 moderate increase (therapy)
6 complete instability
(surgery)
Shoulder Stability
Circle Stability
Primary restraint is on the side of translation secondary restraint comes from the opposite side dynamic (muscular) restraint comes from both sides
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Dislocations and separations are protected by both ldquostaticrdquo and ldquodynamicrdquo stabilizershellip
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Arthritis can happen at these joints toohellip
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Glenohumeral Joint
Shallow (ldquogolf ball sitting on a teerdquo) bull Inherently unstable (maximizes ROM)
Static stabilizers bull glenohumeral ligaments glenoid labrum and
capsule
Dynamic stabilizers bull Predominantly rotator cuff muscles
bull Also scapular stabilizers Trapezius leavator scapulae serratus anterior
rhomboids
Bony Anatomy
ldquoStatic Stabilizersrdquo
What goes wronghellip Besides separations and dislocations
Instability
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
LABRUM
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 0
Tissue Tests
Superior G-H ligament
Middle G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Sulcus
Sulcus
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Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 45
Tissue Tests
Middle G-H ligament
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 90
Tissue Tests
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Crank
apprehension
Classification of Instability
Grade
I Humeral head rides up but not over glenoid rim labrum
II Head rides up and over glenoid rim and reduces spontaneously as stress is removed
III Head rides up and over glenoid rim and remains dislocated
The Examination Process
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Resisted Tests
1 flexion
2 abduction
3 external rotation
4 internal rotation
5 horizontal abdadd
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Special Tests
1 Yergason Test
2 Adson Test
3 Impingement Tests
Palpation
Neurological Assessment
1 Dermatomes
2 Reflexes
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Examination of Shoulder Sitting
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test 3 OBriens Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination from PosteriorSide
C-spine clearance
Range of Motion AROMPROM
Examination of SC and AC joint
Impingement Tests
Scapula
Instability Tests
1 AP direction
2 Inferior direction
Examination of Shoulder Supine
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination of Shoulder Supine
Palpation
1 crepitus
2 biceps tendon
3 supraspinatus
Resisted Tests
Flexibility Tests
Shoulder Examination Prone
Palpation
1 posterior capsule
2 posterior cuff
Resisted Tests
bull Horizontal
bull ER
INTERPERTATION
RO referral
Scan spine
Analysis
Confirmation
Diagnosis
Problem list (goals)
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Physical Examination OBSERVATION
Gait activities
Posture
Deformity alignment
Swelling
Atrophy
Ruborredness
Stress
PALPATION
Calortemperature
TTP
Swelling
Sensation
Structure
Pulses
Crepitus
ACTIVE MOTION
Deficits
Quality
Crepitance
Apprehension
Range of Motion
AROM
PROM
Accessory Motion
Total Motion Concept
Range of Motion
Forward flexion
160 - 180deg
Extension 40 - 60deg
Abduction 180
Adduction 45 deg
Internal rotation
60 - 90 deg
External rotation
80 - 90 deg
Apley Scratch Test
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Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
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Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
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Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
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OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
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Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
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Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
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Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
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GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
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Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
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Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
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Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
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Where do things go wrong
Fractures
Floating Shoulder
Floating Shoulder
Scapular fracture combined with an upper humerus fracture or a clavicular injury
True floating shoulder does not occur unless in addition to a clavicular shaft fracture bull scapular spineacromial
fracture bull or disruption of the
acromioclavicular (AC) amp coracoacromial (CC) ligaments
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC)
Maintains the stable relationship between the upper extremity amp the axial skeleton
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Double disruption is failure of the ring in
two or more places amp results in delayed healing darr strength amp other long-term
problems
10192012
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Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Single soft tissue disruption + clavicle
fracture or the bodyspine of scapula may produce the same result as double disruption
PAIN-beware of correlations (no
absolutes)
Sudden Trauma major injury
Prolonged rest RTC OA
Prolonged Activity OA tendonitis capsular deficiency
Overhead use instability subluxation labral lesions
Evaluating Motion
Parameters- physiologic accessory quantity quality end feel
Passive motion exceeds active motion
Types of End Feel
Capsular- ldquostretching leather gradual increasing resistance eg- full external shoulder rotation
Ligamentous- similar to capsular but harder eg-terminal knee extension
Soft Tissue Approximation- painless compression of soft tissue eg- terminal elbow flexion
Bone on Bone- hard sudden stop eg- terminal elbow extension
Types of End Feel Spastic- palpable muscular resistance to stretch
(splinting) eg- straight leg raise with tight hamstrings
Springy - eg-loose body blockage as with a tom meniscus
Empty- patient stops motion before resistance is felt
PainMotion Sequence
Pain followed by resistance- acute lesion
Pain withat resistance- subacute lesion
Pain after resistance- chronic lesion
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Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypomobile 0 ankylosed (surgery)
1 moderate decrease (therapy-motion)
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Normal
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
3 normal
4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypermobile 4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
5 moderate increase (therapy)
6 complete instability
(surgery)
Shoulder Stability
Circle Stability
Primary restraint is on the side of translation secondary restraint comes from the opposite side dynamic (muscular) restraint comes from both sides
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Dislocations and separations are protected by both ldquostaticrdquo and ldquodynamicrdquo stabilizershellip
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Arthritis can happen at these joints toohellip
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Glenohumeral Joint
Shallow (ldquogolf ball sitting on a teerdquo) bull Inherently unstable (maximizes ROM)
Static stabilizers bull glenohumeral ligaments glenoid labrum and
capsule
Dynamic stabilizers bull Predominantly rotator cuff muscles
bull Also scapular stabilizers Trapezius leavator scapulae serratus anterior
rhomboids
Bony Anatomy
ldquoStatic Stabilizersrdquo
What goes wronghellip Besides separations and dislocations
Instability
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
LABRUM
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 0
Tissue Tests
Superior G-H ligament
Middle G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Sulcus
Sulcus
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Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 45
Tissue Tests
Middle G-H ligament
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 90
Tissue Tests
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Crank
apprehension
Classification of Instability
Grade
I Humeral head rides up but not over glenoid rim labrum
II Head rides up and over glenoid rim and reduces spontaneously as stress is removed
III Head rides up and over glenoid rim and remains dislocated
The Examination Process
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Resisted Tests
1 flexion
2 abduction
3 external rotation
4 internal rotation
5 horizontal abdadd
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Special Tests
1 Yergason Test
2 Adson Test
3 Impingement Tests
Palpation
Neurological Assessment
1 Dermatomes
2 Reflexes
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Examination of Shoulder Sitting
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test 3 OBriens Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination from PosteriorSide
C-spine clearance
Range of Motion AROMPROM
Examination of SC and AC joint
Impingement Tests
Scapula
Instability Tests
1 AP direction
2 Inferior direction
Examination of Shoulder Supine
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination of Shoulder Supine
Palpation
1 crepitus
2 biceps tendon
3 supraspinatus
Resisted Tests
Flexibility Tests
Shoulder Examination Prone
Palpation
1 posterior capsule
2 posterior cuff
Resisted Tests
bull Horizontal
bull ER
INTERPERTATION
RO referral
Scan spine
Analysis
Confirmation
Diagnosis
Problem list (goals)
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Physical Examination OBSERVATION
Gait activities
Posture
Deformity alignment
Swelling
Atrophy
Ruborredness
Stress
PALPATION
Calortemperature
TTP
Swelling
Sensation
Structure
Pulses
Crepitus
ACTIVE MOTION
Deficits
Quality
Crepitance
Apprehension
Range of Motion
AROM
PROM
Accessory Motion
Total Motion Concept
Range of Motion
Forward flexion
160 - 180deg
Extension 40 - 60deg
Abduction 180
Adduction 45 deg
Internal rotation
60 - 90 deg
External rotation
80 - 90 deg
Apley Scratch Test
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Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
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Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
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Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
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OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
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Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
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Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
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Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
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GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
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Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
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Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
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Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
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Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
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Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
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Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Single soft tissue disruption + clavicle
fracture or the bodyspine of scapula may produce the same result as double disruption
PAIN-beware of correlations (no
absolutes)
Sudden Trauma major injury
Prolonged rest RTC OA
Prolonged Activity OA tendonitis capsular deficiency
Overhead use instability subluxation labral lesions
Evaluating Motion
Parameters- physiologic accessory quantity quality end feel
Passive motion exceeds active motion
Types of End Feel
Capsular- ldquostretching leather gradual increasing resistance eg- full external shoulder rotation
Ligamentous- similar to capsular but harder eg-terminal knee extension
Soft Tissue Approximation- painless compression of soft tissue eg- terminal elbow flexion
Bone on Bone- hard sudden stop eg- terminal elbow extension
Types of End Feel Spastic- palpable muscular resistance to stretch
(splinting) eg- straight leg raise with tight hamstrings
Springy - eg-loose body blockage as with a tom meniscus
Empty- patient stops motion before resistance is felt
PainMotion Sequence
Pain followed by resistance- acute lesion
Pain withat resistance- subacute lesion
Pain after resistance- chronic lesion
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Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypomobile 0 ankylosed (surgery)
1 moderate decrease (therapy-motion)
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Normal
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
3 normal
4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypermobile 4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
5 moderate increase (therapy)
6 complete instability
(surgery)
Shoulder Stability
Circle Stability
Primary restraint is on the side of translation secondary restraint comes from the opposite side dynamic (muscular) restraint comes from both sides
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Dislocations and separations are protected by both ldquostaticrdquo and ldquodynamicrdquo stabilizershellip
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Arthritis can happen at these joints toohellip
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Glenohumeral Joint
Shallow (ldquogolf ball sitting on a teerdquo) bull Inherently unstable (maximizes ROM)
Static stabilizers bull glenohumeral ligaments glenoid labrum and
capsule
Dynamic stabilizers bull Predominantly rotator cuff muscles
bull Also scapular stabilizers Trapezius leavator scapulae serratus anterior
rhomboids
Bony Anatomy
ldquoStatic Stabilizersrdquo
What goes wronghellip Besides separations and dislocations
Instability
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
LABRUM
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 0
Tissue Tests
Superior G-H ligament
Middle G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Sulcus
Sulcus
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Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 45
Tissue Tests
Middle G-H ligament
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 90
Tissue Tests
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Crank
apprehension
Classification of Instability
Grade
I Humeral head rides up but not over glenoid rim labrum
II Head rides up and over glenoid rim and reduces spontaneously as stress is removed
III Head rides up and over glenoid rim and remains dislocated
The Examination Process
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Resisted Tests
1 flexion
2 abduction
3 external rotation
4 internal rotation
5 horizontal abdadd
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Special Tests
1 Yergason Test
2 Adson Test
3 Impingement Tests
Palpation
Neurological Assessment
1 Dermatomes
2 Reflexes
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Examination of Shoulder Sitting
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test 3 OBriens Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination from PosteriorSide
C-spine clearance
Range of Motion AROMPROM
Examination of SC and AC joint
Impingement Tests
Scapula
Instability Tests
1 AP direction
2 Inferior direction
Examination of Shoulder Supine
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination of Shoulder Supine
Palpation
1 crepitus
2 biceps tendon
3 supraspinatus
Resisted Tests
Flexibility Tests
Shoulder Examination Prone
Palpation
1 posterior capsule
2 posterior cuff
Resisted Tests
bull Horizontal
bull ER
INTERPERTATION
RO referral
Scan spine
Analysis
Confirmation
Diagnosis
Problem list (goals)
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Physical Examination OBSERVATION
Gait activities
Posture
Deformity alignment
Swelling
Atrophy
Ruborredness
Stress
PALPATION
Calortemperature
TTP
Swelling
Sensation
Structure
Pulses
Crepitus
ACTIVE MOTION
Deficits
Quality
Crepitance
Apprehension
Range of Motion
AROM
PROM
Accessory Motion
Total Motion Concept
Range of Motion
Forward flexion
160 - 180deg
Extension 40 - 60deg
Abduction 180
Adduction 45 deg
Internal rotation
60 - 90 deg
External rotation
80 - 90 deg
Apley Scratch Test
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Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
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Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
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Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
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OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
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Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
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Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
10192012
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Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
10192012
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GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
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Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
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Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
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Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
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Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
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Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
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Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypomobile 0 ankylosed (surgery)
1 moderate decrease (therapy-motion)
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Normal
2 slight decrease (therapy-motion)
3 normal
4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
Cyriax Motion Grading
Hypermobile 4 slight increase (therapy-exercise)
5 moderate increase (therapy)
6 complete instability
(surgery)
Shoulder Stability
Circle Stability
Primary restraint is on the side of translation secondary restraint comes from the opposite side dynamic (muscular) restraint comes from both sides
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Dislocations and separations are protected by both ldquostaticrdquo and ldquodynamicrdquo stabilizershellip
Where do things go wrong
Dislocations and Separations
Arthritis can happen at these joints toohellip
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Glenohumeral Joint
Shallow (ldquogolf ball sitting on a teerdquo) bull Inherently unstable (maximizes ROM)
Static stabilizers bull glenohumeral ligaments glenoid labrum and
capsule
Dynamic stabilizers bull Predominantly rotator cuff muscles
bull Also scapular stabilizers Trapezius leavator scapulae serratus anterior
rhomboids
Bony Anatomy
ldquoStatic Stabilizersrdquo
What goes wronghellip Besides separations and dislocations
Instability
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
LABRUM
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 0
Tissue Tests
Superior G-H ligament
Middle G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Sulcus
Sulcus
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Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 45
Tissue Tests
Middle G-H ligament
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 90
Tissue Tests
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Crank
apprehension
Classification of Instability
Grade
I Humeral head rides up but not over glenoid rim labrum
II Head rides up and over glenoid rim and reduces spontaneously as stress is removed
III Head rides up and over glenoid rim and remains dislocated
The Examination Process
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Resisted Tests
1 flexion
2 abduction
3 external rotation
4 internal rotation
5 horizontal abdadd
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Special Tests
1 Yergason Test
2 Adson Test
3 Impingement Tests
Palpation
Neurological Assessment
1 Dermatomes
2 Reflexes
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Examination of Shoulder Sitting
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test 3 OBriens Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination from PosteriorSide
C-spine clearance
Range of Motion AROMPROM
Examination of SC and AC joint
Impingement Tests
Scapula
Instability Tests
1 AP direction
2 Inferior direction
Examination of Shoulder Supine
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination of Shoulder Supine
Palpation
1 crepitus
2 biceps tendon
3 supraspinatus
Resisted Tests
Flexibility Tests
Shoulder Examination Prone
Palpation
1 posterior capsule
2 posterior cuff
Resisted Tests
bull Horizontal
bull ER
INTERPERTATION
RO referral
Scan spine
Analysis
Confirmation
Diagnosis
Problem list (goals)
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Physical Examination OBSERVATION
Gait activities
Posture
Deformity alignment
Swelling
Atrophy
Ruborredness
Stress
PALPATION
Calortemperature
TTP
Swelling
Sensation
Structure
Pulses
Crepitus
ACTIVE MOTION
Deficits
Quality
Crepitance
Apprehension
Range of Motion
AROM
PROM
Accessory Motion
Total Motion Concept
Range of Motion
Forward flexion
160 - 180deg
Extension 40 - 60deg
Abduction 180
Adduction 45 deg
Internal rotation
60 - 90 deg
External rotation
80 - 90 deg
Apley Scratch Test
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Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
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Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
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Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
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OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
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Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
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Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
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Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
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GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
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Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
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22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
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Glenohumeral Joint
Shallow (ldquogolf ball sitting on a teerdquo) bull Inherently unstable (maximizes ROM)
Static stabilizers bull glenohumeral ligaments glenoid labrum and
capsule
Dynamic stabilizers bull Predominantly rotator cuff muscles
bull Also scapular stabilizers Trapezius leavator scapulae serratus anterior
rhomboids
Bony Anatomy
ldquoStatic Stabilizersrdquo
What goes wronghellip Besides separations and dislocations
Instability
Superior Shoulder Suspensory
Complex (SSSC) Bonysoft tissue ring composed of
GlenoidCoracoid Acromion Distal clavicle Connecting Ligaments
LABRUM
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 0
Tissue Tests
Superior G-H ligament
Middle G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Sulcus
Sulcus
10192012
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Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 45
Tissue Tests
Middle G-H ligament
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 90
Tissue Tests
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Crank
apprehension
Classification of Instability
Grade
I Humeral head rides up but not over glenoid rim labrum
II Head rides up and over glenoid rim and reduces spontaneously as stress is removed
III Head rides up and over glenoid rim and remains dislocated
The Examination Process
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Resisted Tests
1 flexion
2 abduction
3 external rotation
4 internal rotation
5 horizontal abdadd
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Special Tests
1 Yergason Test
2 Adson Test
3 Impingement Tests
Palpation
Neurological Assessment
1 Dermatomes
2 Reflexes
10192012
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Examination of Shoulder Sitting
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test 3 OBriens Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination from PosteriorSide
C-spine clearance
Range of Motion AROMPROM
Examination of SC and AC joint
Impingement Tests
Scapula
Instability Tests
1 AP direction
2 Inferior direction
Examination of Shoulder Supine
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination of Shoulder Supine
Palpation
1 crepitus
2 biceps tendon
3 supraspinatus
Resisted Tests
Flexibility Tests
Shoulder Examination Prone
Palpation
1 posterior capsule
2 posterior cuff
Resisted Tests
bull Horizontal
bull ER
INTERPERTATION
RO referral
Scan spine
Analysis
Confirmation
Diagnosis
Problem list (goals)
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Physical Examination OBSERVATION
Gait activities
Posture
Deformity alignment
Swelling
Atrophy
Ruborredness
Stress
PALPATION
Calortemperature
TTP
Swelling
Sensation
Structure
Pulses
Crepitus
ACTIVE MOTION
Deficits
Quality
Crepitance
Apprehension
Range of Motion
AROM
PROM
Accessory Motion
Total Motion Concept
Range of Motion
Forward flexion
160 - 180deg
Extension 40 - 60deg
Abduction 180
Adduction 45 deg
Internal rotation
60 - 90 deg
External rotation
80 - 90 deg
Apley Scratch Test
10192012
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Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
10192012
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Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
10192012
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Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
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OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
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Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
10192012
17
Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
10192012
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Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
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GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
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Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
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Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
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Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 45
Tissue Tests
Middle G-H ligament
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Drawerfulcrum
Anterior StabilityRestraints
Arm Position (Adduction) 90
Tissue Tests
Inferior G-H ligament
Posterior capsule
Crank
apprehension
Classification of Instability
Grade
I Humeral head rides up but not over glenoid rim labrum
II Head rides up and over glenoid rim and reduces spontaneously as stress is removed
III Head rides up and over glenoid rim and remains dislocated
The Examination Process
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Resisted Tests
1 flexion
2 abduction
3 external rotation
4 internal rotation
5 horizontal abdadd
Shoulder Examination Sitting
Special Tests
1 Yergason Test
2 Adson Test
3 Impingement Tests
Palpation
Neurological Assessment
1 Dermatomes
2 Reflexes
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Examination of Shoulder Sitting
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test 3 OBriens Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination from PosteriorSide
C-spine clearance
Range of Motion AROMPROM
Examination of SC and AC joint
Impingement Tests
Scapula
Instability Tests
1 AP direction
2 Inferior direction
Examination of Shoulder Supine
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination of Shoulder Supine
Palpation
1 crepitus
2 biceps tendon
3 supraspinatus
Resisted Tests
Flexibility Tests
Shoulder Examination Prone
Palpation
1 posterior capsule
2 posterior cuff
Resisted Tests
bull Horizontal
bull ER
INTERPERTATION
RO referral
Scan spine
Analysis
Confirmation
Diagnosis
Problem list (goals)
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Physical Examination OBSERVATION
Gait activities
Posture
Deformity alignment
Swelling
Atrophy
Ruborredness
Stress
PALPATION
Calortemperature
TTP
Swelling
Sensation
Structure
Pulses
Crepitus
ACTIVE MOTION
Deficits
Quality
Crepitance
Apprehension
Range of Motion
AROM
PROM
Accessory Motion
Total Motion Concept
Range of Motion
Forward flexion
160 - 180deg
Extension 40 - 60deg
Abduction 180
Adduction 45 deg
Internal rotation
60 - 90 deg
External rotation
80 - 90 deg
Apley Scratch Test
10192012
12
Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
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13
Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
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Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
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15
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
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Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
10192012
17
Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
10192012
18
Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
10192012
19
GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
10192012
21
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
10192012
22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
10
Examination of Shoulder Sitting
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test 3 OBriens Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination from PosteriorSide
C-spine clearance
Range of Motion AROMPROM
Examination of SC and AC joint
Impingement Tests
Scapula
Instability Tests
1 AP direction
2 Inferior direction
Examination of Shoulder Supine
PROM Instability Testing 1 anterior 2 posterior Labrum Tests 1 Clunk Test 2 Grind Test Impingement- see impingement outline Arthrokinematics 1 sternoclavicular joint 2 acromioclavicular joint 3 glenohumeral joint
Examination of Shoulder Supine
Palpation
1 crepitus
2 biceps tendon
3 supraspinatus
Resisted Tests
Flexibility Tests
Shoulder Examination Prone
Palpation
1 posterior capsule
2 posterior cuff
Resisted Tests
bull Horizontal
bull ER
INTERPERTATION
RO referral
Scan spine
Analysis
Confirmation
Diagnosis
Problem list (goals)
10192012
11
Physical Examination OBSERVATION
Gait activities
Posture
Deformity alignment
Swelling
Atrophy
Ruborredness
Stress
PALPATION
Calortemperature
TTP
Swelling
Sensation
Structure
Pulses
Crepitus
ACTIVE MOTION
Deficits
Quality
Crepitance
Apprehension
Range of Motion
AROM
PROM
Accessory Motion
Total Motion Concept
Range of Motion
Forward flexion
160 - 180deg
Extension 40 - 60deg
Abduction 180
Adduction 45 deg
Internal rotation
60 - 90 deg
External rotation
80 - 90 deg
Apley Scratch Test
10192012
12
Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
10192012
13
Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
10192012
14
Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
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15
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
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Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
10192012
17
Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
10192012
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Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
10192012
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GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
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Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
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Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
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Physical Examination OBSERVATION
Gait activities
Posture
Deformity alignment
Swelling
Atrophy
Ruborredness
Stress
PALPATION
Calortemperature
TTP
Swelling
Sensation
Structure
Pulses
Crepitus
ACTIVE MOTION
Deficits
Quality
Crepitance
Apprehension
Range of Motion
AROM
PROM
Accessory Motion
Total Motion Concept
Range of Motion
Forward flexion
160 - 180deg
Extension 40 - 60deg
Abduction 180
Adduction 45 deg
Internal rotation
60 - 90 deg
External rotation
80 - 90 deg
Apley Scratch Test
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12
Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
10192012
13
Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
10192012
14
Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
10192012
15
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
10192012
16
Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
10192012
17
Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
10192012
18
Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
10192012
19
GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
10192012
21
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
10192012
22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
12
Total Motion Concept
180 degrees total rotation
Increased ER accompanied by decreased IR
Loss of IR leads to
substantially increased shoulder paindysfunction
Wilk et al AJSM 2002
Apley Scratch Tests
Apley IR
Apley ER
Record Spinal Segment
Movements
Focus on specific bony landmarks
bull inferior angle
bull glenoid fossa
bull acromion process
Shoulder girdle movements = scapula movements
Shoulder
Girdle
Movements
Elevation
Depression
Abduction Adduction
Crosbie J et al PHYS THER 201090679-692
Kinematic conventions for local segmental
coordinate system on the right scapula International Society of Biomechanics Anterior tilt is the clockwise rotation about the axis congruent with the spine of the scapula (Xs) and internal rotation is the clockwise rotation about the pseudo-vertical axis (Ys) perpendicular to Xs and in the plane of the body of the scapula Upward rotation is the clockwise rotation about the posteriorly directed axis perpendicular to the body of the scapula (Zs) and to the other axes
10192012
13
Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
10192012
14
Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
10192012
15
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
10192012
16
Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
10192012
17
Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
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Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
10192012
19
GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
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Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
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Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
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Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
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Scapular Mechanics
6 Motions 3 Planes AnteriorPosterior
(Sagittal)
InternalExternal Rotation (HorizTransverse)
ElevationDepression (CoronalFrontal)
SICK Scapula
Scapular malposition
Inferior medial-type 1 scapular winging
Coracoid
tenderness
Scapular dysKinesis
Burkhart Morgan Kibler Arthroscopy 2003
Protracted Depressed
Scapula Dyskinesis
3 types of scapula winging have been identified there may be overlap between the types
PASSIVE MOTION
Deficits
End feel
Painful arc
Crepitance
Joint play
Flexibility
End Feel
LIGAMENTCAPSULE TESTS
Sulcus
Drawer
Load and Shift
Fulcrum
Labral
Axillary Lick Test
Sulcus Test
ldquoGold Standardrdquo
30˚ Abduction
MDI
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Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
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OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
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Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
10192012
17
Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
10192012
18
Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
10192012
19
GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
10192012
21
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
10192012
22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
14
Instability Sulcus Sign Inferior instability
Arm relaxed in neutral position
Arm pulled downward at wrist
Positive test is a visible sulcus at infra-acromial area bull Compare to
contralateral side
LOAD and SHIFT
START
bull Seat joint
bull Anterior glide
bull Posterior glide
Anteriorposterior
capsule dependent
Anterior CrankDrawer
Apprehension
Cautious application
90˚ ER
90˚ Abduction
Add hand for relocation
Glenoid Labral Tear
Tear in glenoid labrum
Usually due to instability
SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior)
ndash Superior labral tear
ndash Fall on outstretched hand or shoulder
ndash Rotator cuff tendonosis or tears
Bankart Lesion
ndash Anterior-inferior labral tear
ndash Anterior shoulder dislocation subluxation
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
Labral AC or biceps pathology
Arm flexed to 90deg
Arm cross-arm adducted 10-15deg
Elbow extended Max pronation Resist downward force
Positive test if painful Beware location of pain
bull AC bull Biceps bull Internal +- click
OrsquoBrienrsquos Active Compression Test
For labral pathology
bull Repeat testing with
bull Max supination
bull Should be pain free
10192012
15
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
10192012
16
Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
10192012
17
Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
10192012
18
Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
10192012
19
GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
10192012
21
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
10192012
22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
15
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Flex to 90deg with the
elbow extended
Adduct the arm 10-15degmedial to sagittal
maximally internally rotated
Patient resists downward force
The procedure is repeated in supination
OBriens Test
AcromioclavicularLabral joint pathology
Positive if
painsymptoms relieved in ER
httpwwwyoutubecomwatchv=0QbNRozDFwY
Sensitivity 100
Specificity
bull Labrum 985
bull AC 966
Am J Sports Med 1998 Sep-Oct26(5)610-3
Labral Tear Crank Test
Abduct arm to 90-120deg
Stabilize shoulder
Elbow secured with one hand
Axially load with ER IR at shoulder
Positive test audible or painful click catch grind
What goes wrong
Tears and tendonopathies
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Shoulder is placed in 90 or 120 degrees of abduction and maximally externally rotated
Forearm in a supinated position
Instruct to perform a biceps contraction against resistance
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
Biceps Load I (90) and Biceps
Load II (120) Tests
Deep pain within the shoulder during this contraction is indicative of a SLAP lesion
I Sensitivity 91 Specificity 97
II Sensitivity 90 Specificity 97
AJSM 1999 May-Jun27(3)300-3 Biceps load test Kim SH Ha KI Han KY
Biceps Load II
10192012
16
Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
10192012
17
Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
10192012
18
Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
10192012
19
GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
10192012
21
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
10192012
22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
16
Jobersquos Test (Empty Can)
Drop Arm Test Supraspinatus Specific
Repeat as ldquofull canrdquo test both apply
Finallyhellipthe subacromial space
What can go wrong
Impingement
Impingement
Impingement Tests
Neerrsquos Test
Hawkinrsquos Test
Neer Impingement Test
Position the patient sitting Internally rotate the arm with the thumb facing downward and abduct and forward flex the arm
If impingement is present the patient will experience pain as the arm is abducted
10192012
17
Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
10192012
18
Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
10192012
19
GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
10192012
21
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
10192012
22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
17
Hawkins Test
Position the patient standing with the shoulder abducted 90 degrees and internally rotate
the forearm The presence of pain with movement is indicative of possible pathology
Muscle Testing Scapula ER
FlexionAbd Lift Off
Screening Evaluation Motor
Flexion
AbductionScaption
ER-2 positions
IR
Scapular
Strength Testing
Internal rotation
bull Tests RTC muscle that IR the shoulder Subscapularis
bull Arms at the sides
bull Elbows flexed to 90 degrees
bull Internally rotates arms against resistance
bull Subscapularis Lift-Off Test
bull Other techniques
Scapular Retraction Test
Empty-can position
Maximum resistance against the handheld dynamometer
Weak cuff or
scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
Scapular Retraction Test Scapular retraction
position
Empty can position
The scapula is lightly held in retraction by forearm pressure on the medial scapular border
Decreased weakness indicts scapula
Kibler et al AJSM May 2006
10192012
18
Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
10192012
19
GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
10192012
21
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
10192012
22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
18
Scapular Assistance Test
Painful arc
Examiner assists lateral rotation
Pain decreased if related to serratus anteriorlower trap
Kibler WB Am J sports Med 199826
Palpation of Bicipital Groove
Position the patient sitting beginning with the arm straightened The patient should then flex his arm to contract the biceps muscles
The examiner palpates the bicipital groove to attempt to illicit pain
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint
Testing
Palpation of AC
Joint
The patients arm is kept at his side and the examiner palpates the AC joint for discomfortpain and gapping
Cross-Arm Horizontal Adduction
Test
The patient places his hand on the opposite shoulder while the examiner exerts force horizontally
Again the presence of pain indicates possible pathology
SPECIAL TESTS
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray
MRI
CT Scan
Comminuted fracture of the humeral head
EXERCISE DYNAMOMETERS
Not diagnostic
Usually not appropriate with acute injury
10192012
19
GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
10192012
21
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
10192012
22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
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GENERAL HEALTH
Hypermobility
Joint conditions
Neurology
Medications
Injectionssteroids
GENERAL HEALTH
Allergies
Infections
Weight
Mental status
History CA
Outcomes Measures Many Exist eg
Constant-Murley Shoulder Outcome Score
DASH Disabilities of the Arm Shoulder and Hand
Correlations exist between shoulder outcome scales
Existing shoulder scales are not equivalent in their assessments of function
Contain redundant information
May reflect a patients age better than shoulder function
Placzek et al Shoulder outcome measures a comparison of 6 functional tests AJSM 2004 Jul-Aug32(5)1270-7
CONCLUSIONS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
EXAMINATION History
Active Movements
Passive Movements
Resisted Movements
Palpation
Specific Orthopedic Tests
X-Ray
Correlation
Treatment plan
Shoulder Examination Summary
Systematic approach
Organize your evaluation
Evaluate slowly and cautiously
Examine other joints
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
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Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
10192012
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Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
20
Thank You
Pignon
Haiti
Case Examples and Questions
The physical exam will be demonstrated during lab
Which rotator cuff muscle(s) are
responsible for external rotation
1 Supraspinatus
2 Infraspinatus
3 Subscapularis
4 Teres Minor
5 Both 2 and 4
The apex (bottom) of the scapula is
at what level of the spine
1 C7
2 T3
3 T7
4 T12
5 L4
Case 1
22-year-old male rugby player falls onto his right shoulder while being tackled
Severe pain on top of his right shoulder
Case 1
Notable deformity over superior shoulder
Painful range of motion
bull Unable to lift right arm above waist
Special Tests
Diagnosis
Ecchymossis
10192012
21
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
10192012
22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
21
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Special Tests
bull Shear Test
bull Cross Arm Test
bull A-C Palpation
bull Resisted Extension
bull Active compression test
Which ones should we perform on this patient
Acromioclavicular (A-C) Sprain
Damage to A-C joint ligaments
Pain andor deformity over A-C joint
Graded I-VI
bull I-III usually treated non-operatively
bull IV-VI referred to orthopedic surgery
AC Joint Sprain
Treatment
Analgesics ice prn
Sling for as long as needed
Physical Therapy
bull ROM restoration
bull Gradual strength exercise
bull Return to sport activity as tolerated
Case 2
24-year-old male handball player
Fell onto his shoulder after being pushed
Intense pain
Hand is tingling and arm feels like itrsquos hanging
X-rays
X RAYS
DIAGNOSIS
Shoulder DislocationAnterior
Instability
Humeral head dislocates from glenoid fossa
Almost always anterior (95)
Usually traumatic with injury to capsule-labrum complex
10192012
22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
22
Case 3
35-year-old male tennis player
Shoulder pain exacerbated by practicing serves
Develops dull aching pain in right shoulder
SHOULDER PAIN Physical Exam
Tenderness to palpation anterior shoulder
Pain with abduction starting around 90 degrees
Unable to lift arm past 120 degrees
Pain with forward flexion at 90-120 degrees
Special Tests Diagnosis
Shoulder Pain Physical Exam
Hawkinrsquos positive
Neerrsquos positive
IMPINGEMENT
Which of the following structures
can be ldquoimpingedrdquo
1 2 3 4
25 2525251 Biceps tendon
2 Subacromial Bursa
3 Rotator Cuff Tendons
4 All of the above
Impingement as a Clinical Sign
Repetitive overhead activities
Subacromial bursa andor rotator cuff impinged between acromion amp humerus
Physical therapy activity modification +- medications
Diagnoses associated with clinical
sign of Rotator Cuff Impingement Subacromial bone spurs and or bursal
hypertrophy AC joint arthrosis and or bone spurs Rotator cuff disease
Superior labral injury Glenohumeral instability Scapular dyskinesis Biceps tendinopathy A diagnostic injection sometimes helps to
clarify the diagnosis
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
23
Case 4
45-year-old weight lifter
Caught bar as it was falling off his shoulder
Sudden pain
Severe weakness left shoulder
Worse with overhead activities while sleeping at night
Pain in anterior lateral shoulder
Special tests
Case 4
Drop Arm Test Positive
External Rotation Lag Sign positive
Weakness with Empty Can Sign
Normal bear hug and belly press testshellip
Diagnosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Supraspinatus tendon most common
Acute trauma or chronic tendinopathy
Treatment dependent upon ageactivity bull Young active usually require operative
treatment
bull Older low-activity usually respond to non-operative treatment
Case 5
42-year-old female with dull pain right shoulder
Pain is diffuse in nature
Sometimes spreads to between shoulder blades
Seems worse at night
Physical Exam
Obese pleasant female
Diffuse pain
Normal shoulder exam
Not able to reproduce pain during exam
What else do you want to do
Shoulder pain isnrsquot always the
shoulder
Get more historyhellip
Gall bladder disease
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Cervical radiculopathy
Cardiac ischemia
Pulmonary conditions
bull ie Pancoastrsquos tumor Pneumonia
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS
10192012
24
Case 6
40-year-old male
Recently shoveled 16rdquo of snow
Can hardly lift left arm due to pain
Special Tests Diagnosis
Biceps Tendonopathy
Speed Test
Yergason Test
Direct palpation
Biceps Tendonopathies
Repetitive overhead activity
Repetitive forearm flexionsupination
Difficult to discern from rotator cuff tendinopathy or impingement
Conclusion
Shoulder injuries are common
Knowledge of the anatomy is crucial to correct patho-anatomic diagnosis
Impingement is a clinical sign not a diagnosis
Donrsquot forget about medical causes
QUESTIONS