Anatomy & Bones
The Rotator Cuff
Injuries
Special Tests
Treatment & Care
100

Name the three bones that make up the shoulder complex

Clavicle, Scapula, Humerus

100

What does the acronym S.I.T.S. stand for?

Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, Subscapularis

100

What does "FOOSH" stand for?

Fall On Outstretched Hand

100

This test requires the patient to "empty a soda can" to check for a tear.

Empty Can

100

$100: This initial treatment acronym stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation

R.I.C.E

200

This functional joint involves the movement of the scapula on the thoracic cage

Scapulothoracic Joint

200

This muscle is responsible for the first 15-30 degrees of abduction

Supraspinatus

200

A step down deformity is a classic sign of this injury

AC Joint Sprain/Separation

200

If a patient looks like they are in pain during external rotation, they are positive for this test

Apprehension Test

200

This piece of equipment is used to immobilize the shoulder after a fracture or dislocation

A sling


300

This ligament anchors the clavicle downward toward the sternum

Costoclavicular Ligament

300

This is the only rotator cuff muscle located on the anterior side of the scapula

Subscapularis

300

This injury occurs when tendons are pinched under the acromion

Impingement Syndrome

300

What does the "O" stand for in the HOP evaluation method

Observation


300

This type of muscle contraction, where the muscle lengthens under tension, is used to rehab the rotator cuff

Eccentric Contraction

400

List the 4 joints of the shoulder

glenohumeral, acromioclavicular, sternoclavicular, and scapulothoracic joints

400

These two muscles are primarily responsible for external rotation

Infraspinatus and Teres Minor

400

A flattened deltoid contour usually indicates this acute emergency

Glenohumeral Dislocation

400

During palpation, what are you feeling for if you suspect crepitus?

Grinding, crunching, or clicking sensations

400

These specific exercises are used early in rehab to restore range of motion without straining the muscles

Codman’s Exercises

500

Identify the specific landmark where the humerus sits in the scapula

Glenoid Fossa

500

Describe the action of the rotator cuff as a whole

Stabilizing the humeral head in the glenoid fossa

500

Chronic overhead movement often irritates this specific tendon in the bicipital groove

Long head of the Biceps

500

Perform a physical demonstration: Show the Hawkins-Kennedy test for impingement

Arm at 90/90, forced internal rotation

500

For a Grade 3 SC Joint sprain or a complete Rotator Cuff tear, this medical intervention is often the only way to fully repair the tissue

Surgery

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