The resisted levator scapulae test: a clinical test for C4 radiculopathy

The resisted levator scapulae test is a novel bedside physical diagnostic test for C4 radiculopathy used to complement a neurological examination and raise suspicion when positive.

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European Spine Journal
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2025-05-27
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https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-025-08903-z
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Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology
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The resisted levator scapulae test: a clinical test for C4 radiculopathy

Mario G. T. Zotti, William Roger Peters, James Thomas Ernest Smith
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The resisted levator scapulae test: a clinical test for C4 radiculopathy

Mario G. T. Zotti, William Roger Peters, James Thomas Ernest Smith
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Abstract

The resisted levator scapulae test is a novel bedside physical diagnostic test for C4 radiculopathy used to complement a neurological examination and raise suspicion when positive.

European Spine JournalVol. 34(8)
Bond University (AU)
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Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology
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