EPISODE · Jan 1, 2025 · 10 MIN
Shoulder Differential Diagnosis
from NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy · host Kyle Rice
Milani presents with anterior shoulder pain and reports difficulty with overhead activities. The patient describes intermittent clicking and discomfort with forward reaching. On examination, the therapist observes a positive Speed’s test, normal strength in external rotation, and no pain with passive shoulder elevation. Which of the following is the MOST likely diagnosis? A. Bankart lesion B. Subacromial bursitis C. Biceps tendinopathy D. Rotator cuff tendinopathy DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODES CHEATSHEET: www.nptecheatsheet.com/differential-shoulder
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Milani presents with anterior shoulder pain and reports difficulty with overhead activities. The patient describes intermittent clicking and discomfort with forward reaching. On examination, the therapist observes a positive Speed’s test, normal strength in external rotation, and no pain with passive shoulder elevation. Which of the following is the MOST likely diagnosis? A. Bankart lesion B. Subacromial bursitis C. Biceps tendinopathy D. Rotator cuff tendinopathy DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODES CHEATSHEET: www.nptecheatsheet.com/differential-shoulder
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