INFRASPINATUS

STRENGTH TEST

​• ​Testing for

Tendonitis, Strain or Weakness of the Infraspinatus/ Teres Minor muscles

​• ​Test positioning

The client is seated.

​• ​Action

The client actively abducts their humerus to 90-degrees.

The client flexes their elbow to 90-degrees.

The therapist applies pressure into internal rotation, the client resists and tries to externally rotate their humerus.

​• ​Positive finding

Pain along infraspinatus or weakness.

The Infraspinatus Strength Test is based on the foundational work of Dr. James Cyriax in orthopedic medicine and Dr. Frank Jobe's extensive research on rotator cuff mechanics and injuries.