Yergason’s Test

Testing for:
the stability of the biceps tendon and integrity of the transverse humeral ligament

Procedure:

• Patient is seated
• Therapist’s one hand stabilizes the patient’s elbow against the patient’s body
• Therapist’s other hand applies resistance as the patient actively supinates their forearm, extends their elbow, and externally rotates the humerus

Positive Sign:
Pain at the area of the bicipital groove