The scarf test is an important test that helps to examine the integrity of the acromioclavicular (AC) joint. Purpose This is also famous as the cross-body adduction test, is to determine whether or not the acromioclavicular (AC) joint is in good condition. Technique Interpretation Validity Evidence Differential Diagnoses FAQ
Rotator cuff injury test helps to diagnose and to differentiate from other similar shoulder pain-related conditions. It is also used to examine for full-thickness rotator cuff tears, mainly the supraspinatus. Definition Tests for the Subscapularis Internal Rotation Lag Sign Belly Press Test Belly-Off Sign Bear Hug Test Tests for the supraspinatus and infraspinatus External rotation…
Foot, as well as Ankle Assessment, is of crucial importance for the clinical diagnosis of painful conditions of the foot and ankle. Assessment Aim Subjective Training history Special Questions Objective observation Posture assessment Palpation Neurologic Assessment Vascular Assessment Movement Testing Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) Foot as well as Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM) Functional Tests Single…
Introduction Thoracic Examination is an important part of diagnosing thoracic spine-related conditions such as Kyphosis, scoliosis, and others. Examination of the thoracic spine helps to rule out other related conditions and make a treatment plan more specific for a speedy recovery. In the Thoracic examination, the Physiotherapist checks the medical and family history of the…
The Sacroiliac Joint Examination is an important part to diagnose SI Joint Dysfunction where a Physical therapist performs various examination tests to rule out other related conditions. Background Clinically Relevant Anatomy Investigation Palpation of the sacroiliac joint Physiotherapy assessment (Special Tests) Sacroiliac Distraction Test Sacroiliac Compression Test Posterior Pelvic Pain Provocation Test Sacral Thrust Test…
Introduction A lumbar examination is an important part of Diagnosing a lumbar spine-related condition mainly Low back pain, slip disc, listhesis of the spine. Subjective Assessment Red flags Investigations X-Rays Angiography MRI Scans CT Scans Ultrasound Scans Objective Posture Scoliosis Clinically Relevant Anatomy What is Lordosis? Symptoms Clinically Relevant Anatomy Clinical presentation Examining Functional Tests…
Introduction A Wrist and Hand examination were done in a systematic way that helps to diagnose for treatment of Wrist and Hand related conditions. Subjective History Observation Boutonniere Deformity Swan Neck Deformity Wrist as well as Hand Osteoarthritis Dupuytren’s Contracture Hand Rheumatoid Arthritis Functional Tests Palpation Palpation of Hand Neurological Assessment Motion Testing Red Flags…
A knee examination is important and performed as part of a physical examination to diagnose Knee pain-related conditions. To examine the Knee Doctor takes medical and family history with inspection and palpation of the Knee. They also performed a special test to differentiate from other conditions. The Knee examination is divided into several parts: Subjective…
Introduction The hip examination is an important part of Diagnosing a Hip joint-related condition, During an examination, Doctor will ask about the Patient’s Medical History with a Subjective examination as well as a Physical examination to rule out the diagnosis. If needed Special test is also performed by a Doctor to differentiate other related conditions….
Introduction Elbow Examination is an important part of Diagnosing Elbow pain related various conditions, such as Tennis elbow, Golfer’s elbow etc. Your Doctors will examine you through various Physical examination test that helps to rule out diagnosis of your elbow pain related conditions. Clinical Presentation Subjective History Environmental as well as Personal Factors Self-Report Outcome…
