Phalen’s Test
What is the "Phalen's Test" used for?
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
How to perform the "Phalen's Test"?
- With the hands pointed up, the patient’s wrist is allowed to flex by gravity in palmar flexion for 2 minutes maximum
What is the positive result?
- Positive if patient reports paresthesias in median nerve distribution
Test Accuracy
- Sensitivity: 66 %
- Specificity: 88 %