Extensor Tendons Flashcards
1
Q
First extensor compartment
A
APL EPB
2
Q
Second ext compartment
A
ECRL ECRB
3
Q
Third ext compartment
A
EPL
4
Q
Fourth ext compartment
A
EDC EIP
5
Q
Fifth ext compartment
A
EDM
6
Q
Sixth ext compartment
A
ECU
7
Q
Pb p. 11 add photo
A
Photo
8
Q
How do you assess for extensor tendon tightness?
A
Passively maintain digits in full flexion while passively flexing the wrist. If digits are pulled into extension extensor tendon tightness proximal to wrist exists.