Hawkins-Kennedy Test | Rationale & Interpretation

The video tutorial explains the Subacromial Impingement Test, focusing on the Hawkins Kennedy test. It discusses the sensitivity and specificity of the test, highlighting its utility in ruling out subacromial impingement syndrome. The tutorial provides a detailed procedure for performing the test, including positioning the patient and moving the shoulder through internal rotation. It also covers how to interpret the test results, emphasizing that a positive test is indicated by the reproduction of familiar shoulder pain, while compensatory movements do not constitute a positive result.

What is the specificity range of the Subacromial impingement test, and how should it be interpreted?

What factors can cause a patient to compensate during the internal rotation of the shoulder?