Median n. compression test

Question 1

purpose

Answer 1

carpal tunnel compression of median n.

Question 2

pt/therapist position

Answer 2

pt: seated with forearm supinated
therapist: facing pt

Question 3

procedure

Answer 3

1. therapist grasps pt’s wrist

2. therapist applies pressure carpal tunnel for up to 2 mins

Question 4

positive test

Answer 4

symptoms reproduce