Scapular Dyskinesis Test

Other Names

Scapular Dyskinesis Test

• Scapular Dyskinesis Test
• Scapular Dyskinesis Assessment (SDA)

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Purpose

• Evaluate for scapular dysfunction

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Description

• Stand behind the patient with their shirt off
• Have them raise their arm in forward flexion to maximum elevation
• Lower the arm to rest
  • Repeat 3-5 times
• Positive test
  • Abnormal scapular motion

Modification

• Repeat the test with 3-5 pounds of weight in each hand

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Pathology

• Scapular Dyskinesis

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Evidence

• Unknown

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See Also

• Physical Exam Shoulder
• Shoulder Pain Main
• Shoulder Anatomy Main

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