A systematic review of measures of shoulder pain and functioning using the International classification of functioning, disability and health (ICF)

Table 4 Number of citations and content overview at ICF chapter-level of the most frequently identified single-item measures

Cond-spec. measures (n=28)	Number of citations	Mental functions (b1)	Sensory functions and pain (b2)	Neuromuscular and movement (b7)	Structures related to movement (s7)	Self-care (d5)	Major life areas (d8)	Community, social and civic life (d9)	Products and technology (e1)
Patient-report pain intensity	200		√
Active range of motion	170			√
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI/MRA)	125				√
Muscle strength	98			√
X-ray	81				√
Passive range of motion	61			√
Ultrasonography	57				√
Hawkins-Kennedy test	47		√	√
Neer test	41		√	√
Painful arc	27		√	√
Apprehension test	25		√	√
Resisted isometric abduction	22		√	√	√
Arthroscopic examination of the shoulder	18				√
Active compression test (O’Brian)	17		√	√	√
Lift-off test	16		√	√	√
Speed test	15				√
Impingement signs	13		√
Electromyelography (EMG)	12			√
Relocation test (Jobe relocation)	10		√	√
Yergason test	10			√	√
Palpation sensitivity rotator cuff/biceps	9		√
Empty can test	9			√	√
Sulcus sign	8			√	√
Jobe test for supraspinatus (Fulcrum’s test)	8			√	√
Belly press test	6		√	√	√
Compression-rotation test	5			√	√
Instability testing shoulder	5			√
Drop arm test	5		√	√	√
Generic measures (n=7)
Work absenteism	31						√
Medication	15								√
Smoking habits	14								√
Sport activity	17							√
Comb hair	7					√
Physical activity	7							√
Sleep quality	5	√

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