#PTonICE Podcast Episode 1922 - A simple, yet focused, shoulder exam
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Feb 25, 2025 Discover the essentials of conducting a thorough shoulder exam! Gain insights into the critical evaluation techniques used in both standing and supine positions. Learn how effective subjective assessments can help identify true shoulder conditions while ruling out other pain sources. Explore the importance of structured testing, manual muscle testing, and palpation for accurate evaluations. This episode emphasizes precise data gathering to enhance decision-making in physical therapy.
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Standardizing Foot Placement
- Standardize patient foot placement during a shoulder exam.
- Use tape marks or your own feet as a guide for consistent positioning.
Shoulder Flexion and Abduction Assessment
- Assess shoulder flexion and abduction by applying overpressure proximal to the olecranon.
- Maintain an athletic stance at a 45-degree angle.
Horizontal Abduction Assessment
- Assess horizontal abduction by applying an axial load to prevent trunk rotation.
- This isolates glenohumeral movement.