Tinel's Sign
Test For
- Carpal tunnel syndrome (median nerve compression)
How to Perform
- Percuss over the flexor retinaculum.
Abnormal If
- Paraesthesia / reproduction of the patient's symptoms.
Phalen's Test
Test For
- Carpal tunnel syndrome (median nerve compression)
How to Perform
- Ask the patient to forcibly flex their wrists into a reverse prayer sign for 30-60 seconds.
Abnormal If
- Symptoms are reproduced, such as burning, tingling or numbness.
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