Neer Impingement Test

The Neer Impingement Test (pronounced: /nɪər ɪmˈpɪndʒmənt tɛst/) is a medical examination used to identify possible shoulder impingement syndrome. The test is named after the American orthopedic surgeon, Charles Neer, who first described the procedure.

Etymology

The term "Neer Impingement Test" is derived from the name of its inventor, Charles Neer, and the medical condition it is designed to diagnose, shoulder impingement syndrome. The word "impingement" comes from the Latin impingere, meaning "to strike against", referring to the physical contact between the shoulder structures that causes the syndrome.

Procedure

The Neer Impingement Test is performed with the patient in a standing or sitting position. The examiner stabilizes the patient's scapula with one hand, while the other hand is used to passively flex the patient's arm. A positive test is indicated by the patient's expression of pain or discomfort, suggesting the presence of shoulder impingement syndrome.

Related Terms

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: A condition characterized by the compression of the rotator cuff tendons or bursa in the shoulder.
Charles Neer: An American orthopedic surgeon known for his contributions to the understanding and treatment of shoulder injuries.
Scapula: Also known as the shoulder blade, it is the bone that connects the humerus (upper arm bone) with the clavicle (collar bone).
Rotator Cuff: A group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, providing stability and allowing a wide range of motion.

External links

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