If weakness with full range of motion in the shoulder is revealed during a basic shoulder exam, you should suspect the following.
- Comment on pseudoparalysis: "Inability to actively flex and abduct shoulder >90, but has full PROM, and intact neurology”
- "I am evaluating the Teres Minor to look for CLEER - combined loss of active elevation and external rotation which is an indication for Lat Dorsi Transfer with RTSA”
- 3 extra things to check [Post grad]
- Check Lat Dorsi by putting patient hand on shoulder in front and ask to press down
- Check Trapazius by shrugging of shoulders
- Check deltoid function for Reverse total - deltoid contraction and sensation