6 results
Interphalangeal Joint Dislocation
Interphalangeal joint dislocations almost always occur dorsally, look for associated avulsion fractures! Here's a
and PIP joints ... joint hinge joint ... joint = hinge joint ... Diagnosis #Management #Hand ... #Orthopedics #MSK
Thompson's Test for Achilles Tendon Injury

In a prone position, Achilles tendon stability can be assessed using
squeeze the calf and ... rupture. ... #Injury #ankle ... #msk #orthopedics ... #sports
Elson's Test - Extensor Digitorum Finger Examination

Elson's test evaluates for partial or complete tear of the
interphalangeal joint ... extend at the PIP ... #Finger #Hand # ... clinical #video #sports ... #msk #orthopedics
Flexor Digitorum Profundus Test

Isolate the distal interphalangeal joint over the edge of the table and observe
interphalangeal joint ... to flex at the DIP ... #Hand #PhysicalExam ... clinical #video #sports ... #msk #orthopedics
Greater Trochanteric Bursa Injection 

Usually roll patient on side, find the most tender spot, approximately an
find the most tender ... an extended hand ... joint. ... injection lasts longer ... #msk #orthopedics
Distinguishing between Inflammatory and Degenerative joint disease
Inflammatory Joint Disease
 • Swelling stimulates joint nociceptors -> Pain
tend to bear the ... affects the knee hip ... > Stiffness is short-lived ... #Degenerative #Comparison ... #Versus #MSK #JointDisease