FindingProbable diagnosis
Scapular winging, trauma, recent viral illnessSerratus anterior or trapezius dysfunction
Seizure and inability to passively or actively rotate affected arm externallyPosterior shoulder dislocation
Supraspinatus/infraspinatus wastingRotator cuff tear; suprascapular nerve entrapment
Pain radiating below elbow; decreased cervical range of motionCervical disc disease
Shoulder pain in throwing athletes; anterior glenohumeral joint pain and impingementGlenohumeral joint instability
Pain or “clunking” sound with overhead motionLabral disorder
Nighttime shoulder painImpingement
Generalized ligamentous laxityMultidirectional instability