Neer Test

Published July 2, 2026 Read time 1 min read Readers 1
Neer Test

What is the "Neer Test" used for?

  1. Impingement Syndrome
  2. Adhesive capsulitis
  3. Osteoarthritis
  4. Calcific tendinitis
  5. Bone lesions.

How to perform the "Neer Test"?

  • With the patient seated
  • The examiner raises the affected arm in forced forward elevation while stabilizing the scapula
  • Causing the greater tuberosity to impinge against the acromion
  • This maneuver produces pain with impingement lesions of all stages.

What is the positive result?

  • This maneuver produces pain with impingement lesions of all stages.

Test Accuracy

  • Sensitivity: 75%
  • Specificity: 48%

References

  • Campbel’s Operative Orthopaedics Book
  • Wikimedia