Elbow Exam - Positives & Indicators Flashcards
Mills Test
Positive: Pain over the lateral epicondyleIndicates: Lateral epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
Golfer Elbow Test
Positive: Pain over the medial epicondyleIndicates: Medial epicondylitis (Golfer Elbow)
Tinel Elbow Sign
Positive: Pain and/or tenderness at the site being tapped and paresthesia in the ulnar nerve distribution area (fingers 4 & 5)Indicates: Neuroma of the ulnar nerve
Medial Collateral Ligament TestAbduction Stress Test
Positive: Excessive gapping & painIndicates: Medial collateral ligament instability
Lateral Collateral Ligament TestAdduction Stress Test
Positive: Excessive gapping & painIndicates: Lateral collateral ligament instability
Cozen Test
Positive: Pain over the lateral epicondyleIndicates: Lateral epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)