In this video, we cover the special tests used to assess for shoulder impingement and rotator cuff muscles injuries:

Subscapularis Muscle test (Lift Off Test) – 00:10
Infraspinatus Muscle test – 00:50
Supraspinatus Muscle Tests (Empty Can, Drop Arm) – 01:18
Impingement Test (Neer) – 02:33
Impingement Test (Hawkins) – 03:05

Instructors: Dr Nada Al Saeed and Dr Maitha Almazrouei

In collaboration with: Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi

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