Jobe's test
Jobe's Test
Jobe's Test (pronounced: JOH-beez test) is a clinical examination procedure used to diagnose rotator cuff injuries, specifically supraspinatus muscle tears. It was named after Dr. Frank Jobe, a renowned orthopedic surgeon who contributed significantly to the field of sports medicine.
Etymology
The test is named after Dr. Frank Jobe, an American orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine pioneer. He is best known for developing the Tommy John surgery, a revolutionary procedure for treating damaged elbow ligaments, often seen in baseball pitchers. Jobe's Test is one of the many diagnostic procedures he developed during his career.
Procedure
In Jobe's Test, the patient's arm is placed in a specific position: 90 degrees of forward flexion, internal rotation, and horizontal adduction. The patient is then asked to resist downward pressure applied by the examiner. Pain or weakness during this maneuver indicates a positive test, suggesting a possible tear in the supraspinatus muscle or tendon.
Related Terms
- Rotator Cuff: A group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, providing stability and allowing a wide range of motion.
- Supraspinatus Muscle: One of the four muscles that make up the rotator cuff. It is often the site of injury in rotator cuff tears.
- Tommy John Surgery: A surgical procedure named after the first professional baseball player to successfully undergo the surgery. It involves replacing a damaged elbow ligament with a tendon from elsewhere in the patient's body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Jobe's test
- Wikipedia's article - Jobe's test
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