Finkelstein’s Test

Finkelsteins Test

What is the "Finkelstein's Test" used for?

  • Used to test for DeQuervain’s tenosynovitis

How to perform the "Finkelstein's Test"?

  • Patient makes fist with fingers overlying thumb
  • Examiner gently ulnarly deviates the wrist

What is the positive result?

  • Positive findings: pain along the 1st compartment

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