MSK

Question 1

what does Neer’s & Hawkin’s test for?

Answer 1

subacromial/rotator cuff impingement

Question 2

what does O’Brien & Speed test for? empty/full can?

Answer 2

bicep tendonitis, SLAP tear. supraspinatus tear

Question 3

polymyalgia rheumatica vs fibromyalgia

Answer 3

prox mm weakness esp shoulders & pelvic girdle; high ESR/CRP, nml CK; tx low dose corticosteroids vs chronic mm weak, tender points; tx exer