Apley’s Scratch Test
Apley's scratch test is a quick method to test all the movements of the shoulder joint, it's a…
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OrthoFixar is orthopedic surgery educational site for orthopedic surgeons all over the world. Orthopedic topics, special tests surgical approaches and procedures.
Tardieu Scale: A Clinical Tool for Assessing Spasticity
The Tardieu Scale is a standardized clinical method used to evaluate spasticity, particularly in patients with cerebral palsy…
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Trousseau Sign: Clinical Significance, Mechanism, and How to Test It
Trousseau sign is an important bedside clinical sign used to detect latent hypocalcemia. It is commonly assessed during…
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Chvostek Sign: Clinical Meaning, How to Test, and Diagnostic Value
The Chvostek sign is a clinical indicator of neuromuscular excitability, typically associated with hypocalcemia (low calcium in the…
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