Dermatomes UL LL Flashcards
Where do you test the median nerve?
Thumb and forefinger webbing (palmar aspect)
Where do you test the radial nerve?
Anatomical snuffbox
Where do you test the ulnar nerve?
Digits 4-5
Where do you test C4? Also used to test what nerve damage?
Regimental patch - also used to test for axillary nerve damage
Where do you test C5?
Lateral epicondyle
Where do you test C6?
Thumb
Where do you test C7?
Middle Finger
Where do you test C8?
Pinkie
Where do you test T1?
Medial epicondyle
Where do you test T2?
Axilla
What are the five tests for sensation? And two more special tests?
Light touch (dermatomes) - spinothalamic + posterior column
Pain and temperature (dermatomes) - spinothalamic
Vibration and Proprioception (distal to proximal) - posterior column
Stereognosis
Two point discrimination
Where do you test for L1?
Midpoint of inguinal ligament
Where do you test for L2?
Lateral mid-thigh
Where do you test for L3?
Medial distal thigh (3/4 down)
Where do you test for L4?
Big toe/ medial leg
