SHOULDER ADDUCTORS

LENGTH TEST

​• Testing for

 

The length of the teres major and latissimus dorsi muscles.

 

​• Test positioning

 

The client is supine.

 

​• Action

 

The client flexes their hips and knees, and have their feet rest on the table.

 

The client fully flexes their arms above the head.

 

​• Positive finding

 

The client’s arms are not able to reach and rest on the table.