Lichtman Test

Lichtman Test

What is the "Lichtman Test" used for?

  • Midcarpal instability

How to perform the "Lichtman Test"?

  • Examiner stabilizes distal radius and ulna with non-dominant hand and moves patients wrist from radial deviation to ulnar deviation, whilst applying an axial load with pronation.

What is the positive result?

  • Positive test occurs when a clunk is felt when the wrist is ulnarly deviated

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