Dec 16, 2025 · Neer’s test can be a great first step to diagnosing shoulder impingement that’s causing the shoulder pain you feel. It’s a quick, in-office exam that can help your healthcare …

The Neer Test (sometimes called Neer’s Test) is a common test in orthopedic examination of the shoulder. It is used to test for subacromial impingement of rotator cuff tendons.

Apr 28, 2025 · Neer's test is a simple exam that assesses if your shoulder pain and limited range of motion may be caused by an impingement (pinching of tissue). Your healthcare provider or …

Two recent systematic reviews each performed a meta-analysis to determine the appropriateness of performing the Neers test for identification of subacromial impingement.

Nov 2, 2025 · Neer Test (or Neer Impingement Test) is a special test for shoulder joint that is used mainly to check for rotator cuff impingement syndrome.

Jul 10, 2025 · This article outlines the purpose and procedure of the neer test, reviews its clinical utility and limitations, and provides a practical example of its use during a patient session.

The Neer impingement test is a test designed to reproduce symptoms of rotator cuff impingement through flexing the shoulder and pressure application. Symptoms should be reproduced if …

To perform the Neer test, the patient is in sitting position. You’re going to stand behind the patient and use one hand to stabilize the patient’s scapula. Then bring the arm into maximal passive …

Inspect the front, the back and the side of the shoulder. Before proceeding with the examination of the shoulder it is very important to complete a full examination of the cervical spine to make …

Sep 8, 2024 · Neer’s test is a diagnostic process that helps identify whether your limited range of motion and shoulder pain are signs of tissue impingement. Neer impingement test can be …