| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10084609 | The Journal of Hand Surgery: British & European Volume | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
The Hand Elevation test is a new provocative test for the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome. We have investigated the sensitivity and specificity of this test in 48 patients with a clinical diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome and compared it to Tinel's and Phalen's tests. The Hand Elevation test was found to be 88% sensitive and 98% specific. This test is a simple, reproducible provocative test which is easily employed in conjunction with other known tests to assist in the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome.
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Authors
R. Amirfeyz, C. Gozzard, I.J. Leslie,