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  2. Rotator cuff tear - Wikipedia

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    However, partial rotator-cuff tears may also demonstrate good pain relief, so a positive response cannot rule out a partial rotator-cuff tear. However, with demonstration of good, pain-free function, the treatment will not change, so the test is useful in helping to avoid overtesting or performing unnecessary surgery.

  3. Shoulder examination - Wikipedia

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    Empty beer can test: a positive test indicates rotator cuff tear, specifically, supraspinatus muscle tear; Drop arm test: a positive test indicates a supraspinatus tear; External Rotation test: a positive test indicates an infraspinatus or teres minor tear; Lift-off test: a positive test indicates subscapularis pathology

  4. Rotator cuff - Wikipedia

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    The tendons at the ends of the rotator cuff muscles can become torn, leading to pain and restricted movement of the arm. A torn rotator cuff can occur following trauma to the shoulder or it can occur through the "wear and tear" on tendons, most commonly the supraspinatus tendon found under the acromion.

  5. Shoulder - Wikipedia

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    The primary cause of shoulder pain is a rotator cuff tear. [20] The supraspinatus is most commonly involved in a rotator cuff tear, [22] but other parts of the rotator cuff may also be involved. There are different severities of a rotator cuff tear, which range from a partial tear to a full-thickness tear. [23]

  6. The Biggest Fitness Fails You Can Make After 50 - AOL

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    Your shoulders and rotator cuffs degenerate as you age, and it's possible to tear your biceps or rotator cuff while doing a bench press. Contrary to popular belief, the bench press doesn't promote ...

  7. Drop arm test - Wikipedia

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    If the patient's arm falls to their side, this also indicates a rotator cuff dysfunction. Inability to controllably lower the arm can indicate a rotator cuff dysfunction, most commonly the supraspinatus. [1] [2] [3]