MOBILITY MECHANICS

  SPEED'S TEST ALSO KNOWN AS   Biceps test  Straight arm test   PURPOSE

  SHOULDER SPECIAL TESTS EVERY PHYSIOTHERAPIST SHOULD KNOW Here’s a categorized list of special tests commonly used in shoulder assessment. These tests help therapists identify specific pathologies.  1. T ESTS FOR SHOULDER TENDONS Speed’s test Yergason’s test Empty/full can tests External rotation lag sign Lift-off sign 2.  TESTS FOR SHOULDER IMPINGEMENT Neer’s sign Hawkins–Kennedy impingement test Internal rotation resistance strength test Posterior impingement test 3. TESTS FOR SHOULDER LABRUM Crank test Biceps load II test Anterior slide test SLAP prehension test 4.  TESTS FOR SHOULDER INSTABILITY Apprehension and relocation test Load and shift test Norwood stress test Sulcus sign 5.  TESTS FOT ACROMIOCLAVICULAR JOINT (ACJ)  Active compression test Scarf test Shear test In upcoming blogs, I’ll break down each of these tests with step-by-step procedures, clinical relevance, and interpretation tips. Stay tuned for a deep dive into each category star...