The scarf test, also known as the cross-body adduction test, is used to assess the integrity of the acromioclavicular (AC) joint. The test is performed by passively bringing the patient's arm into 90 …

The Scarf Test (or Cross Arm Adduction Test, or Cross Chest Adduction Test) is a very simple test that is used in orthopedic shoulder examination as a test for acromioclavicular (a-c) joint injury / pathology.

Feb 24, 2025 · Cross arm test: With pt’s arm at 90 degrees of forward flexion, have pt actively cross arm in horizontal adduction against your resistance. Pain at the AC joint may indicate acromioclavicular …

Spread the love and impact. Here is how to do it: • Video The Cross Body Adduction Test is designed to provoke the AC joint and possibly identify it as source of shoulder pain.

Dec 16, 2024 · How do you perform Cross Body Adduction Test? With the patient sitting or standing, the 90° abducted arm on the affected side is forcibly adducted across the chest toward the normal side.

Aug 1, 2025 · The Cross Arm Test measures the ability of the patient's shoulder muscles to maintain a stable position against resistance. It is also used to assess range of motion in the shoulder joint and …

In Neer’s test, first we ask the patient to fully pronate the forearm, then we passively flex the arm until it is over the patient’s head. This maneuver reduces the subacromial space and reproduces pain if …

The Cross-Arm Test for Shoulder Impingement is a clinical exam used to detect shoulder pain caused by impingement. It involves crossing the arm horizontally across the chest to stress the …

1 day ago · The Crossover Test is a clinical shoulder exam used to assess acromioclavicular (AC) joint pathology and shoulder impingement. The examiner stabilizes the patient’s shoulder and passively …

The Cross Body Adduction Test is an orthopedic test to assess for a sensitized Acromioclavicular Joint such as in osteoarthritis.