5 results
Elson's Test - Extensor Digitorum Finger Examination

Elson's test evaluates for partial or complete tear of the
Digitorum Finger ... interphalangeal joint ... Inability to extend ... Hand #PhysicalExam ... #sports #msk #orthopedics
Boyes' Test - Flexor Digitorum Superficialis Finger Examination

Evaluate the injured finger for flexion.
Inability to flex the
Test - Flexor Digitorum ... Inability to flex ... metacarpophalangeal joint ... #hand #PhysicalExam ... #sports #msk #orthopedics
Interphalangeal Joint Dislocation
Interphalangeal joint dislocations almost always occur dorsally, look for associated avulsion fractures! Here's a
capsule. collateral ... hinge joint; ROM ... = hinge joint; ... Complications include swan neck ... Diagnosis #Management #Hand
Flexor Digitorum Profundus Test

Isolate the distal interphalangeal joint over the edge of the table and observe
Inability to flex ... known as Jersey finger ... #Test #Jersey #Finger ... #Hand #PhysicalExam ... #sports #msk #orthopedics
Thumb Ulnar Collateral Ligament Stress Test

Ulnar collateral ligament testing of the thumb is performed to evaluate
to evaluate for instability ... metacarpophalangeal joint ... #Stress #Test #Finger ... #Hand #PhysicalExam ... #sports #msk #orthopedics