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Which ligaments primarily provide wrist stability?
Which ligaments primarily provide wrist stability?
- Ulnar deviation ligaments
- Palmar fascia
- Ligaments of the wrist (correct)
- Tendons of the abductor pollicis longus and extensor pollicis brevis
What is a common clinical symptom of DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis?
What is a common clinical symptom of DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis?
- Pain and swelling at the radial styloid (correct)
- Swelling at the ulnar styloid
- Numbness in the thumb
- Reduced motion of the index finger
What is the purpose of Finklestein’s Test?
What is the purpose of Finklestein’s Test?
- To diagnose DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis (correct)
- To evaluate wrist strength
- To assess thumb mobility
- To test for carpal tunnel syndrome
In cases of wrist sprains, what is the typical treatment approach mentioned in the text?
In cases of wrist sprains, what is the typical treatment approach mentioned in the text?
What type of exercises are recommended for affected areas in DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis?
What type of exercises are recommended for affected areas in DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis?
Which structure is commonly used by athletes to reinforce weak ligaments post-injury?
Which structure is commonly used by athletes to reinforce weak ligaments post-injury?
Which of the following wrist motions can exacerbate carpal tunnel syndrome?
Which of the following wrist motions can exacerbate carpal tunnel syndrome?
What is the main purpose of performing Phalen's test in suspected carpal tunnel syndrome cases?
What is the main purpose of performing Phalen's test in suspected carpal tunnel syndrome cases?
Which ligament is cut during decompression surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome?
Which ligament is cut during decompression surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome?
What is the purpose of the Digital Allen Test in evaluating carpal tunnel syndrome?
What is the purpose of the Digital Allen Test in evaluating carpal tunnel syndrome?
Which structure is primarily responsible for maintaining proper wrist alignment and providing support?
Which structure is primarily responsible for maintaining proper wrist alignment and providing support?
Which symptom is often experienced at night by individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome?
Which symptom is often experienced at night by individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome?
Which ligament attaches to the radial styloid and trapezium, providing lateral support to the wrist joint?
Which ligament attaches to the radial styloid and trapezium, providing lateral support to the wrist joint?
What is the function of the ulnar collateral ligament in the wrist joint?
What is the function of the ulnar collateral ligament in the wrist joint?
Which structure limits wrist extension by attaching to the anterior ulna, radius, and proximal carpals?
Which structure limits wrist extension by attaching to the anterior ulna, radius, and proximal carpals?
What is the main function of the palmar fascia (palmar aponeurosis) in the hand?
What is the main function of the palmar fascia (palmar aponeurosis) in the hand?
Which special test is commonly used to diagnose Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)?
Which special test is commonly used to diagnose Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)?
What percentage of the US workforce is affected by Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)?
What percentage of the US workforce is affected by Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)?
