Phalens test Flashcards by Kaitlin Forsyth

Q

purpose

A

carpal tunnel compression of median n.

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Q

pt/therapist position

A

pt: sitting
therapist: facing pt

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Q

procedure

A

pt maximally flexes both wrists and holds the position for 1 minute

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Q

positive test

A

symptoms reproduce

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