How to Evaluate and Treat Shoulder Pain as an Occupational Therapist

👋 Welcome back, In today's video, we're diving deep into the world of shoulder evaluations. If you've ever faced a scenario where a patient walks in with a vague "shoulder pain" complaint, and your script says "eval and treat," this video is a must-watch.
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🤔 What to Do First? Ask Questions!
0:23 – The importance of asking the right questions to understand the mechanism of injury.
💡 Three Major Considerations for Shoulder Pain:
0:51 – Explore whether it's a rotator cuff problem, a labrum problem, or a catch-all impingement issue.
👉 Scapular Movement Matters:
1:41 – Discussing how scapular movement can contribute to impingement issues.
🔍 Rule In and Rule Out:
1:56 – The significance of ruling in or ruling out problems before proceeding with treatment.
🚑 Differentiating Fractures:
4:19 – Tips on differentiating fractures and understanding the role of doctors in ruling them out.
🛠️ Testing Rotator Cuff Issues:
5:53 – Practical insights into testing for rotator cuff problems, including observations and specific tests.
🤿 Understanding Empty Can Test:
12:09 – A detailed explanation of the Empty Can Test to assess supraspinatus.
🔄 Drop Arm Test and Resisted External Rotation:
15:12 – Insights into the Drop Arm Test and Resisted External Rotation to evaluate rotator cuff functionality.
👩‍⚕️ Clinical Interpretation:
16:18 – A breakdown of how to interpret test results and identify potential rotator cuff issues.
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