ER lag sign Flashcards
1
Q
purpose
A
rotator cuff tear, teres minor/infraspinatus
2
Q
patient and therapist position
A
seated/standing and standing in front of pt
3
Q
procedure
A
elbow in 90 degrees flexion, shoulder in 20 degrees abduction
arm passively ER to end range
pt instructed to keep arm in that position
4
Q
positive test
A
pt unable to keep arm ER when released by therapist
