impact test

The impact test is a special test for the diagnosis of subacromial impingement. Subacromial impingement is a common cause of shoulder pain, which is more common than the so-called "periarthritis of the shoulder". The test result is positive, that is, the impact induces pain, and may have subacromial impingement, which can be further examined and diagnosed. Basic Information Specialist classification: growth and development check classification: physical examination Applicable gender: whether men and women apply fasting: not fasting Analysis results: Below normal: Normal value: no Above normal: negative: normal. Positive: That is, the impact-induced pain, may have subacromial impingement, can be further examined and diagnosed. Tips: Actively cooperate with the doctor during the examination. Normal value The result of the test was negative. Clinical significance Abnormal result The test result is positive, that is, the impact induces pain, and may have subacromial impingement, which can be further examined and diagnosed. People who need to be examined: shoulder abduction shows a painful arc, and there is no obvious tenderness on the shoulders. Positive result may be disease: precautions under the shoulder Taboo before inspection: no special contraindications. Requirements for inspection: Pay attention to the appropriate conditions during the examination to reduce the patient's pain. Inspection process The examiner stands behind the patient, one hand fixes the shoulder blade, the other hand maintains the internal rotation of the shoulder joint, so that the thumb of the affected limb is downward; then the shoulder is flexed over the top. If pain is induced, it is positive. Not suitable for the crowd Generally no taboos. Adverse reactions and risks Generally not.

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