2898acae_ULDER_EXAMINATION_STRESS_TESTS__POSITION_OF_THE_ARM
[TESTS] Sulcus Test [STRUCTURES INVOLVED] Assesses inferior glenohumeral laxity. While the patient applies a downward directed, distractive force on the involved arm, you should palpate the space between the humeral head and the undersurface of the acromion. You may notice an indention or sulcus on the top of the middle deltoid as the humeral head subluxes inferiorly. You should also perform this test on the uninvolved shoulder, comparing bilaterally [POSITION OF THE ARM] 
Have the patient stand with the involved arm hanging relaxed at the side. Ask the patient to use the unaffected hand to grasp the wrist of the involved arm.
SHOULDER EXAMINATION STRESS TESTS
POSITION OF THE ARM