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Apley's Scratch Test

Aka: Apley's Scratch Test, Apley Scratch Test

See Also
Indication
1. Shoulder Exam
Exam: Abduction and External Rotation Test Technique
1. Compare both sides
2. Reach over Shoulders to "scratch" between Scapulae
  1. Measure to which Vertebrae thumb can reach
Exam: Adduction and Internal Rotation Test Technique
1. Compare both sides
2. Reach behind back as if to scratch low back and reach for opposite Scapula
  1. Measure to which Vertebrae thumb can reach
3. From this position can also test subscapularis Muscle Strength
  1. See Lift-Off Subscapularis Test

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This page was written by Scott Moses, MD, last revised on 10/21/2007 and last published on 5/14/2013.

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