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Positive Hoffmann's sign (finger flexor reflex)

Flexion and adduction of the thumb and flexion of the index
flexor reflex) ... Flexion and adduction ... #flexor #reflex ... #clinical #hand ... #video #physicalexam
Hoffman's sign. Even in this specific case, accompanied by a clonus outline (rhythmic contractions). The median
the hand. 3) Now ... phalanx of the flexed ... 4) Observe the flexion ... Abnormal #clinical #video ... #neurology #PhysicalExam
Hoffmann's Sign

Hoffman's sign means upper motor neuron injury.  The Hoffmann's reflex test itself involves loosely
The Hoffmann's reflex ... when there is flexion ... thumb on the same hand ... Abnormal #clinical #video ... #neurology #physicalexam
Hoffmann's Reflex on Physical Exam
The Hoffmann's reflex itself involves loosely holding the middle finger and flicking
when there is flexion ... thumb on the same hand ... and finger jerks ... PhysicalExam #clinical #neurology ... #UMN #video #Pyramidal
Flexor Digitorum Profundus Test

Isolate the distal interphalangeal joint over the edge of the table and observe
the edge of the table ... Inability to flex ... known as Jersey finger ... #Hand #PhysicalExam ... #clinical #video
Moro Reflex on Newborn Physical Exam

The Moro reflex is obtained by holding the baby’s head and
the arms held in flexion ... midline with the hand ... and the index finger ... Pediatrics #Clinical #Video ... #Neurology #Normal
Hoffmann's sign was originally described as follows: the test is performed by supporting the patient's hand
the patient's hand ... present if rapid flexion ... #Clinical #Video ... PhysicalExam #Neurology ... #Reflex
Phosphate Binders - Pros and Cons

Calcium carbonate (TumsTM) 
 - Most inexpensive, antacid properties useful for
properties useful for reflux ... disease Calcium ... #Table #Comparison ... #Pharmacology # ... Nephrology
Characteristics of Commonly Used Phosphate Binders 
Aluminum 
 - Potent and effective 
 - Useful for
properties useful for reflux ... disease Sevelamer ... #Table #Comparison ... #Pharmacology # ... Nephrology
Wartenberg Thumb Reflex

Forceful flexion of the fingers at the distal IP joints produces (Adduction, flexion, and
Wartenberg Thumb Reflex ... Forceful flexion ... of the fingers ... Sign #clinical #video ... #hand #neurology