2.3K views · 65 reactions | TINEL'S SIGN FOR CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME...

43K views · 314 reactions | DO YOU HAVE CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME? Do this test and let me know how it goes  comment below #carpaltunnel #carpaltunnelsyndrome | Physical Therapy Session | Facebook

TINEL'S SIGN FOR CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME (CTS) Another test, next to the Phalen's test to test for CTS, is the Tinel's sign. The idea behind the Tinel sign -which is a test that is generally used in suspected peripheral nerve pathology - is that tapping elicits paresthesia (tingling, needles) as the nerve is rendered mechanosensitive due to prolonged pressure and resulting ischemia. This is due to the fact that the Sodium-Potassium pump cannot work properly without oxygen, which is why the nerve'

2M views · 9.4K reactions | Phalen's Test: A simple yet effective maneuver for assessing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome's potential presence by reproducing symptoms through wrist flexion. #Neurology #MedicalDiagnosis | Physical Therapy Session | Facebook

Feeling wrist pain? 🤔 Try the Phalen’s Test in just 2 simple steps to see if you might have carpal tunnel syndrome 🖐️. If you do, don’t fret — our friendly occupational therapist from NTFGH has tips to help you manage it! 😊 | Ministry of Health, Singapore