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Hoffmann's Reflex on Physical Exam
The Hoffmann's reflex itself involves loosely holding the middle finger and flicking
fingernail downward ... when there is flexion ... thumb on the same hand ... and finger jerks ... clinical #neurology #UMN
Hoffmann's Sign

Hoffman's sign means upper motor neuron injury.  The Hoffmann's reflex test itself involves loosely
The Hoffmann's reflex ... test itself involves ... fingernail downward ... when there is flexion ... thumb on the same hand
Hoffmann's sign was originally described as follows: the test is performed by supporting the patient's hand
as follows: the test ... the patient's hand ... the examiner's fingernail ... if rapid flexion ... #Neurology #Reflex
Autoimmune Myositis - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Inflammatory Myopathies: Commonly symmetric proximal muscle weakness, no substantial muscle pain
Diagnostic Tests ... Gottron sign) ... , quadriceps, finger ... flexors, and forearm ... • Mechanic's hands