1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:02,089 (English captions by Andrea Matsumoto from the University of Michigan) 2 00:00:02,350 --> 00:00:06,589 Supraspinatus muscle testing strength can also be done using the empty can test. 3 00:00:06,589 --> 00:00:10,459 In this same position provide resistance as the patient lifts upward. 4 00:00:10,459 --> 00:00:12,709 Pain suggests possible tendinopathy or tear.