Shoulder and Hip Capsular Patterns

Question 1

Shoulder Capsular Patterns

Answer 1

• ER > Abd > IR
• ER most restricted, abduction next most restricted, then IR next most restricted

Question 2

Capsular Pattern

Answer 2

• Characteristic pattern of limitation of the joint

Question 3

Hip Capsular Pattern

Answer 3

• Flex > Abd > IR
• Flexion is most restricted, abduction next most restricted, then IR next most restricted