Relative test of thumb and little finger

The relative test of the thumb tip is a check-up test of the thumb-to-palm test. The test reflects the palm's dysfunction of the palm, mainly seen in the median nerve paralysis. The tip of the thumb is relatively inspected during the test. When the thumb is opposite to the fingertip of the little finger, the central axis of the two fingers can be on the same line. For example, the thumb finger end can only be on one side of the fingertip end, and the middle axes of the two finger end points are not on the same straight line, but at an angle. Basic Information Specialist classification: growth and development check classification: physical examination Applicable gender: whether men and women apply fasting: not fasting Analysis results: Below normal: Normal value: no Above normal: negative: The result of the test was negative. Normally, the central axes of the two finger tips can be on the same line. Positive: The positive test reflects the palm dysfunction of the thumb, mainly seen in the median nerve palsy. Tips: Check your relaxation, face it positively, and actively cooperate with the inspection. Normal value The result of the test was negative. Normally, the central axes of the two finger tips can be on the same line. Clinical significance Abnormal result The result of the examination is positive, that is, the thumb finger end can only be on one side of the fingertip end of the little finger, and the central axis of the two finger end points are not on the same straight line, but at an angle, which is positive for the test. The positive test reflects the palm dysfunction of the thumb, mainly seen in the median nerve palsy. People who need to be examined: people with a barrier to movement. Positive results may be diseases: ulnar nerve injury, median nerve injury precautions Taboo before inspection: no special contraindications. Requirements for inspection: Check the feelings of relaxation, face positively, and actively cooperate with the inspection. Inspection process When the thumb is opposite the fingertip end, the central axes of the two fingertips can be on the same line when normal. For example, the thumb finger end can only be on one side of the fingertip end, and the middle axes of the two finger end points are not on the same straight line, but at an angle. Not suitable for the crowd Inappropriate crowd: None. Adverse reactions and risks Nothing.

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