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Shoulder Assessment Series Part 21: Scapular Assistance Test (SAT) The Scapular Assistance Test assesses for scapular dyskinesis, which is often the case with shoulder patients or sometimes the underlying reason for shoulder problems in the first place. If this test is positive, you can assume that your patient is lacking lateral rotation of the scapula, which is necessary for the humerus to abduct (and flex) without impinging. | Physiotutors

SHOULDER ASSESSMENT SERIES PART 22: SCAPULAR RETRACTION TEST (SRT) FOR SCAPULAR DYSKINESIS The Scapular Retraction Test (SRT) also assesses for scapular dyskinesis. During the test, your stabilize you patient´s scapula in a retracted position and prevent forward tilting. Therefore, if this test is positive, you can assume that your patient is not able to stabilize his scapula properly with the help of mainly his serratus anterior, as well as the trapezius ascendens. #shoulderimpingement #shoulde

How to Fix Scapular Winging. Scapular dyskinesis is caused by weakness from muscles or nerve damage. The push-up plus strengthens the serratus anterior muscles, regaining stability of the scapula. #fitness #gym #workout #posture | FitnessFAQs