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The Yergason's Test is used to test for biceps tendon pathology, such as bicipital tendonitis and an unstable superior labral anterior posterior (SLAP) lesion. [1] Technique. The patient should be seated or standing in the anatomical position, with the humerus in a neutral position and the elbow in 90 degrees of flexion in a pronated position.
The physical examination: A combination of two sensitive tests and one specific test is useful to diagnose a SLAP lesion. Sensitive tests include: Compression rotation test; O’Briens test; Apprehension Test; Specific tests include: Speed’s test; Yergason’s test; Biceps load test II
14 cze 2023 · Evaluate biceps tendon pathology and instability with Yergason's test. This clinical maneuver helps diagnose shoulder conditions and guide treatment decisions.
1 kwi 2004 · The most common positive physical findings are a positive anterior drawer (53%), positive apprehension at 90° of abduction and maximal external rotation (86%), and positive relocation test (86%). 3 The Speed’s test and O’Brien signs are helpful for diagnosing anterior lesions, whereas Jobe’s relocation test is positive most frequently ...
Yergasons Test. Jo Gibson. Yergason's was designed to assess for pathology in the long head of biceps tendon in its sheath. Test. The patient's elbow is flexed and their forearm pronated. The examiner holds their arm at the wrist. Patient actively supinates against resistance. Positive.
The Yergason's Test is a common test that is used for two purposes: Assessment of SLAP lesions in the shoulder as well as biceps pathology.
A positive finding on the anterior apprehension maneuver, the anterior slide test, the Jobe relocation test, the passive compression test, the Speed test, and the Yergason test or a com-
