Thoracic Spine - Special Tests

Question 1

The levels of respiratory measurement should be at…

Answer 1

axilla (apical expansion), T4, and T10

Question 2

Which test is this? find the radial pulse, have patient hyperextend the neck and rotate their head contralaterally while extending the affected limb. apply downward traction on the the limb. (+) if absence/disappearance of the pulse.

Answer 2

HALSTEAD MANEUVER

Question 3

Which test would be used to determine if there is neurovascular (TOS) compression d/t pec minor?

Answer 3

Wright’s (think about maximally stretching pec minor!!!)

Question 4

Demonstrate the test position for Wright’s test

Answer 4

arm abducted to 180* and slightly extended, monitor radial pulse or ask if symptoms reoccur

Question 5

Which two tests could be used to see if anterior scalene is causing nerve compression?

Answer 5

Allen Maneuver or Adson’s test

Question 6

What’s the difference in head position between Adson and Allen tests?

Answer 6

Allen: turns head away from affected arm
Adson: turns head toward affected arm