Gerber's test also known as Lift-Off Test (LOT) or Gerber's Lift-Off Test. It was first described by Gerber and Krushell (199l) [1]. It was developed to be used as a simple clinical maneuver, which can reliably …

May 1, 2023 · The Lift-Off sign or test is a common orthopedic test to assess for full-thickness ruptures of the subscapularis muscle-tendon unit.

In this test the patient is asked to first extend the elbow and fully supinate the forearm. Then the patient is asked to flex the shoulder forward against the resistance of the examiner.

The Lift Off Test (also knows as Gerber’s Test) is commonly used in orthopedic examinations to test for a tear in subscapularis tendon or subscapularis tendonitis.

Relocation test performed by placing examiner's hand on humeral head applying a posterior force on the humeral head. Patient will experience reduction or elimination of sense of instability.

May 21, 2025 · Gerber Lift Off Test is used to check for isolated rupture of the subscapularis tendon of the rotator cuff of the shoulder. This test was first described by Gerber and Krushell.

The ability to actively lift the dorsum of the hand off the back constitutes a normal lift-off test. Inability to move the dorsum off the back constitutes an abnormal lift-off test and indicates subscapularis rupture …

The Lift Off Test, sometimes called Gerber's Test, is a special examination technique used by physicians to evaluate the subscapularis muscle as a cause of the patients shoulder pain.

Here I demonstrate for you in this video how to perform the Lift-off Test and talk about what a positive test is and what it means. ...more

Aug 1, 2025 · Learn about the Lift Off Test and how to use it with our free PDF guide. Understand the components of the test and get an example for your practice.