Musculoskeletal Exam

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Shoulder

  • Palpate: clavicle; A/C joint; corocoid process; scapula; glenohumeral joint; long head of biceps
  • Measure ROM in 6 axes (active and passive): abduction, adduction, flexion, extension, internal rotation, external rotation

Special Considerations: Shoulder

  • Drop arm test
  • Impingement sign

ONLINE PHYSICAL EXAM TEACHING ASSISTANT

The UF College of Medicine Harrell Center