Terms
Term
What is the test position and alignment for wrist radial deviation?
Definition
Position: Sitting, forearm on table; stabilize forearm to prevent pronation/supination. Axis – capitate. Stationary arm – lateral epicondyle. Moving arm – metacarpal.
Term
What is the test position and alignment for wrist ulnar deviation?
Definition
Position: Sitting, forearm on table; stabilize forearm to prevent pronation/supination. Axis – capitate. Stationary arm – lateral epicondyle of humerus. Moving arm – middle metacarpal.
Term
What is the test position and alignment for forearm supination?
Definition
Position: Sitting; shoulder neutral, elbow flexed to 90°. Stabilize arm. Axis – ulnar styloid. Stationary arm – parallel to humerus. Moving arm – ventral radius.
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