Neer Test
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Purpose
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This test is commonly used to identify possible subacromial impingement syndrome.
Technique
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The examiner should stabilize the patient's scapula with one hand, while passively flexing the arm while it is internally rotated. If the patient reports pain in this position, then the result of the test is considered to be positive.
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Evidence[edit | edit source]
| Sensitivity | 0.00 - 0.93 |
| Specificity | 0.31 - 1.00 |
| Positive Likelihood Ratio | 1.30 - 1.35 |
| Negative Likelihood Ratio | 0.37 - 0.82 |
See test diagnostics page for explanation of statistics.
Recent Related Research (from Pubmed)[edit | edit source]
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References[edit | edit source]
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- ↑ online video, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k21FNtBjQ14&feature=related, last accessed 1/24/09
- ↑ Dutton, M. (2008). Orthopaedic: Examination, evaluation, and intervention (2nd ed.). New York: The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
