What is Yergason's Test?
Yergason’s Test Yergason’s Test is a special orthopedic examination used primarily to assess the stability of the long head of the biceps tendon in the bicipital groove of the humerus. It also aids in the diagnosis of bicipital tendinopathy and injury to the transverse humeral ligament . The test is widely used in clinical physiotherapy and orthopedics to evaluate anterior shoulder pain. Introduction Shoulder pain is a common complaint in clinical practice, often resulting from soft tissue injury or overuse syndromes. Among these, biceps tendon pathology —particularly tendinopathy and instability—is a frequently encountered condition, especially in athletes and individuals performing repetitive overhead activities. Yergason’s Test was first introduced as a means to identify biceps tendon instability or inflammation and assess the integrity of the transverse humeral ligament , which stabilizes the tendon within the bicipital groove. A positive test can indicate biceps patholo...