Elbow flexion test

Question 1

purpose

Answer 1

testing for cubital tunnel syndrome - ulnar n.

Question 2

pt/therapist position

Answer 2

pt: sitting
therapist: standing in front of pt

Question 3

procedure

Answer 3

1. shoulder ER
2. elbows maximally flexed
3. wrists maximally extended
4. hold for one minute or until symptoms reproduce

Question 4

positive test

Answer 4

symptoms reproduced