💥 Does This 5-Second Test Hurt Your Shoulder? It Might Be Impingement-Related 💥 Does your shoulder hurt when you perform the Clearance Test? Pain during this test may indicate sensitivity around the shoulder, but it doesn't automatically confirm shoulder impingement. Shoulder pain can involve the rotator cuff, bursa, and other surrounding structures. That's why a single test shouldn't be used to diagnose the problem. The next step is understanding how your shoulder moves, improving strength, and gradually rebuilding your tolerance to loading. Why this works ✅ Addresses thoracic mobility that may influence overhead mechanics ✅ Strengthens the external rotators of the shoulder ✅ Builds rotator cuff strength and coordination ✅ Trains controlled movement during arm elevation ✅ Helps develop shoulder capacity for pressing and overhead activities The test + 3 exercises 👇 🔎 Test — Clearance Test: Perform the test as demonstrated. Pay attention to whether it reproduces your familiar shoulder symptoms. A painful response is worth investigating, but it isn't a diagnosis on its own. 1️⃣ Mid-Back Openers — Encourages thoracic spine movement, helping you develop better control and positioning during upper-body movements. 2️⃣ Prone ER Lifts — Targets the shoulder external rotators to build strength and control around the shoulder joint. Keep the movement slow and use a manageable range. 3️⃣ Banded Scaption with Rotation — Challenges the rotator cuff and surrounding shoulder muscles as you lift your arm in the scapular plane with controlled resistance. Don't just focus on whether the test hurts. Pay attention to how your shoulder responds to movement, loading, and recovery. Find out what your shoulder needs. Then build the strength to support it. 💪 ✅ Save this for your next rehab session ✅ Share with someone dealing with shoulder impingement ✅ Don't forget to follow for more helpful shoulder rehab tips ✅ Want to learn how to fix your shoulder pain for life? DM me the word "PAIN" and I’ll send you a free shoulder-pain fix demo! #shoulderimpingement #clearancetest #rotatorcuff #shoulderrehab #painfreeshoulders - @drchoffnerptsc