Camille Tooth, Cédric Schwartz, Cools Ann, Jean-Louis Croisier, Amandine Gofflot, Bornheim Stephen, Bénédicte Forthomme
BACKGROUND: Functional testing has recently become more and more popular to assess athletes, both for injury prevention, as well as in an objective of performance. However, the relationship between the results of these tests and performances (or injuries) or their interpretation remains unclear. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study is to explore the usefulness, the characteristics, and the interpretation of the most frequently used upper-limb functional test. METHODS: Twenty-two experts with an excellent knowledge of upper limb functional tests and an expertise in sports medicine and/or sports training of at least 5 years were recruited...
March 2024: Shoulder & Elbow