Crank Test

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Purpose
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To identify glenoid labral tears.

Technique
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Patient is upright with the arm elevated to 160° in the scapular plane. Joint load is applied along the axis of the humerus with one hand while the other hand performs humeral rotation. The test can be repeated in supine. A positive test is indicated during the manuver (usually during external rotation) if there is reproduction of symptoms with or without a click.

Evidence[edit | edit source]

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