OCS Exam Prep Shoulder Case Scenario

OCS Exam Prep Shoulder Case Scenario

March 24, 2026 · 11 min

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This episode explores a shoulder case scenario for OCS exam preparation, focusing on assessment and intervention strategies for a patient with shoulder pain.

Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists! Explore a shoulder case involving a 45-year-old female with insidious onset shoulder pain. Learn how to interpret exam findings, monitor progression, and adjust interventions appropriately for patients with subacromial and capsular issues. Perfect for OCS prep and practicing clinical reasoning and decision-making skills. Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case Series Check out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenarios Target Audience: physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam

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