Module Summary
Consultant orthopaedic hand surgeon Mr Mike Hayton guides you through the examination of four common primary care hand and wrist presentations
Learning Objectives
This module will guide you through an examination of the hand and wrist in general practice, including:
- How to perform a reduction grind test to test for thumb-base OA
- Assessing the patient for carpal tunnel syndrome
- Common presentation to look for in De Quervain's tenosynovitis
- The key signs to look and feel for during examination
PLEASE NOTE: This video demonstrates a comprehensive assessment of the hand and wrist for you to adapt according to the presentation
Author
Mr Mike Hayton is a consultant orthopaedic hand surgeon at Wrightington Hospital.
Date module published
Apr 30, 2017
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