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What is indicated by pain during resistance in rotator cuff manual resistive tests?
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Pain indicates a problem with the specific muscle being tested.
What muscles are tested during External Rotation Resistance in rotator cuff manual resistive tests?
The infraspinatus and teres minor muscles are tested.
What does difficulty in the Internal Rotation Sign Test indicate?
Difficulty holding the arm behind the back and lifting off indicates subscapularis issues.
Describe Speed's Test and its indicators.
Speed's Test evaluates the biceps by positioning the shoulder in flexion, palm up, with resistance applied to the forearm. Pain indicates biceps problems.
How can daily routine insights help in diagnosing shoulder problems?
They can indicate whether the problem is chronic based on the client's activities and habits.
What distinguishes resistance testing from manual muscle tests?
Resistance testing involves isometric contraction to induce pain, which provides more specific information about the muscle condition.
What initial observations should be made when a client with potential shoulder problems walks into a clinic?
Observe if the client has any compensatory movements to avoid pain.
What condition might be indicated by a weak and painful muscle during resistance testing?
Moderate to high irritation, suggesting the need for a physician's referral.
Describe the Arc of Pain (Painful Arc) Test.
Client abducts or flexes the arm, and pain occurring between 60° and 120° of shoulder motion typically indicates rotator cuff or bursitis issues.
What does the External Rotation Lag Sign test for?
It tests for infraspinatus and teres minor issues. If the client's arm moves into internal rotation from an externally rotated position, it indicates problems with these muscles.
Why is cervical screening important in evaluating shoulder pain?
To rule out neck-related issues that might be contributing to shoulder pain.
What does it mean if a muscle is strong but painful during resistance testing?
This may indicate tendonitis.
Why is considering a client's age and daily routine important in evaluating shoulder problems?
It helps identify the likelihood of chronic conditions like rotator cuff injuries and informs about healing tendencies and adherence to protocols.
What are the characteristics of nerve pain?
Nerve pain includes numbness, tingling, and shooting pain.
Explain the Drop Arm Test and its significance.
The arm is abducted and internally rotated. The client holds the position and then lowers the arm slowly. Inability to hold or lower the arm smoothly indicates a supraspinatus problem.
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