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Mallet Finger
Absence of a fracture does NOT exclude Mallet finger, the extension function of the DIP
Mallet finger, the extension ... be clinically assessed ... flexion due to inability ... splint of DIP joint ... #Orthopedics #MSK
Elson's Test - Extensor Digitorum Finger Examination

Elson's test evaluates for partial or complete tear of the
interphalangeal joint ... at the PIP is a ... positive test. ... #PhysicalExam #clinical ... #msk #orthopedics
Positive J-Sign - Maltracking Patella on Knee Physical Exam

The J sign correlates with poor patellar tracking
Positive J-Sign ... and potential instability ... with flexion and extension ... PhysicalExam #Patella #clinical ... #video #msk #orthopedics
Bunnel-Littler PIP Joint Test on Physical Exam
For intrinsic vs joint capsule cause of restriction or tightness
joint preventing ... limited in MCP extension ... tight PIPJ in MCP extension ... #PhysicalExam #clinical ... #video #msk #PIP
Midcarpal Instability (MCI) of the Wrist

Intrinsic Midcarpal Instability
Usually affects young, hypermobile patients.
It is due to progressive
Midcarpal Instability ... contraction of the wrist extensors ... returns to its usual position ... #Wrist #msk #orthopedics ... #clinical #video
Kernig's Sign in Meningitis

Kernig's sign is present if the patient, in the supine position with the
in the supine position ... with the hip and ... has pain with extension ... infant cries as ... Sign #Meningitis #Clinical
Positive Varus Stress Test in LCL Injury

Interesting knee injury in a young basketball player who landed
Positive Varus Stress ... under anaesthesia as ... #LCL #Injury #Positive ... #Clinical #Video ... collateral #ligament #msk
The Shuck Test for Scapholunate Instability

The Shuck test assesses for scapholunate instability. 
With the wrist flexed,
resists finger extension ... is considered a positive ... #PhysicalExam #clinical ... #video #sports ... #msk #orthopedics
Jerk Test for Glenohumeral Joint Posteroinferior Instability

The arm is held at 90 degrees abduction and internal
for Glenohumeral Joint ... Posteroinferior Instability ... The test is positive ... #clinical #video ... physicalexam #shoulder #msk
Load and Shift Test for Glenohumeral Instability

The load and shift test evaluates for anterior and posterior
the glenohumeral joint ... displacement is positive ... #PhysicalExam #clinical ... #video #sports ... #msk #orthopedics