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What condition does the Phalen Test primarily aim to diagnose?
What condition does the Phalen Test primarily aim to diagnose?
What positive result is indicated by the Tinel Test?
What positive result is indicated by the Tinel Test?
During the Shober Test, what must be measured to indicate lumbar flexion?
During the Shober Test, what must be measured to indicate lumbar flexion?
What does a positive result in the Trendelenburg Test suggest?
What does a positive result in the Trendelenburg Test suggest?
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Which measurement is taken in the True Leg Length Test?
Which measurement is taken in the True Leg Length Test?
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What does the Empty Can Test primarily assess?
What does the Empty Can Test primarily assess?
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During which test is the patient's arm abducted to 90° with thumbs pointing downward?
During which test is the patient's arm abducted to 90° with thumbs pointing downward?
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What indicates a positive result in the External Rotation Lag Test?
What indicates a positive result in the External Rotation Lag Test?
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Which test specifically assesses subscapularis strength?
Which test specifically assesses subscapularis strength?
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Which test is considered a part of evaluating the supraspinatus tendons for impingement?
Which test is considered a part of evaluating the supraspinatus tendons for impingement?
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What is the purpose of the Painful Arch Test?
What is the purpose of the Painful Arch Test?
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Which test is used to check for lumbar motility?
Which test is used to check for lumbar motility?
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What does an inability to lift the hand away from the lower back indicate?
What does an inability to lift the hand away from the lower back indicate?
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Which test is used to detect supraspinatus impingement?
Which test is used to detect supraspinatus impingement?
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During the Hawkins Test, what indicates a positive result?
During the Hawkins Test, what indicates a positive result?
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In the Painful Arc Test, what does pain at 60-120° indicate?
In the Painful Arc Test, what does pain at 60-120° indicate?
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What conclusion can be drawn from an uncontrolled drop during the Arm Drop Test?
What conclusion can be drawn from an uncontrolled drop during the Arm Drop Test?
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What does the Apprehension Test primarily evaluate?
What does the Apprehension Test primarily evaluate?
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In the Durkan Test, what is considered a positive result?
In the Durkan Test, what is considered a positive result?
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Which of the following does not indicate rotator cuff pathology?
Which of the following does not indicate rotator cuff pathology?
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What is the procedure for conducting the Hawkins Test?
What is the procedure for conducting the Hawkins Test?
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What is the primary purpose of the Painful Arc Test?
What is the primary purpose of the Painful Arc Test?
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Study Notes
Orthopedic and Neurological Tests
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Shoulder Tests:
- Empty Can Test (Jobe's): Assesses supraspinatus for tears or tendinopathy.
- Extended Rotation Lag Test: Tests infraspinatus and teres minor.
- Internal Rotation Test: Tests subscapularis strength and function.
- Impingement Tests (e.g., Neer's, Hawkins): Assess supraspinatus impingement.
- Painful Arc Test: Assesses rotator cuff or acromioclavicular joint pathology.
- Arm Drop Test: Detects supraspinatus tear.
- Apprehension Test: Detects shoulder instability or risk of dislocation.
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Carpal Tunnel Tests:
- Durkan Test: Detects carpal tunnel syndrome (30 seconds of pressure).
- Phalen Test: Detects carpal tunnel syndrome (60 seconds with wrists flexed).
- Tinel Test: Detects carpal tunnel syndrome (tapping over median nerve).
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Spine Tests:
- Shober Test: Measures lumbar spine flexion (often for ankylosing spondylitis).
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Hip Tests:
- Thomas Test: Detects hip flexor tightness.
- Trendelenburg Test: Tests for gluteus medius weakness.
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Knee Tests:
- Patellofemoral Grinding Test (Clarke's Test): Diagnoses patellofemoral pain syndrome.
- Effusion Tests (Bulge, Balloon, Balloting): Assess effusion (fluid build-up).
- Ligament Stress Tests (Valgus/Varus): Assess MCL/LCL.
- Drawer Tests (Anterior/Posterior): Assess ACL/PCL.
- Lachman Test: Assesses ACL.
- McMurray Test: Assesses medial/lateral meniscus.
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Leg Length Assessment:
- Apparent Leg Length Test: Detects functional leg length discrepancy (measuring from umbilicus to medial malleolus).
- True Leg Length Test: Measures true leg length (bony discrepancy) (measuring from ASIS to medial malleolus).
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This quiz covers a variety of orthopedic and neurological tests, focusing on assessments for the shoulder, carpal tunnel, spine, and hip. Each test is designed to help identify specific conditions or issues. Test your knowledge on these important clinical evaluations.
