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lateralizing signs

Posted By: Ruda on 2009-02-17
In Reply to: Neurologically intact with no focal or (s/l other-lyzing) deficit. - TW

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no lateralizing ? we need to know the context in which this is used. (nm)
Subject: no lateralizing ? we need to know the context in which this is used. (nm)

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maybe lateralizing deficits? nm
Subject: maybe lateralizing deficits? nm


listen for *lateralizing*
Subject: listen for *lateralizing*

x
lateralizing tenderness
Subject: lateralizing tenderness


I-signs
Subject: I-signs

"heart rate is 72 and regular. There were no I-signs."


Is it I-signs, eye signs, ISIGNS, ISINS or what?


F signs
Subject: F signs

Faget sign, fan sign, fatpad sign, Fischer sign, fissure sign, flag sign, Forchheimer sign, Fothergill sign, Friedreich sign or Froment sign.


Hope this helps!


orthopedics signs
Subject: orthopedics signs

There is a "Scotty dog sign" and an "Earle sign."


Scotty dog sign refers to a view of the lumbar spine in which an outline of a dog can be seen.


Earle sign refers to a bony prominence or large hematoma on rectal exam.


Maybe these are what you are looking for.


Does anyone have a site for ear signs?
Subject: Does anyone have a site for ear signs?

ESL is saying what sounds like trachal sign or trocal sign is negative. Thank you!
vital signs
Subject: vital signs

He said something like apicar rate is 85, rhythm regular.  Any suggestions?
help with vital signs - s/m
Subject: help with vital signs - s/m

Dictated:  heart rate in the "1 teens to 120s" How do I write 1 teens?  If I write 110s is that correct since the teens don't start till 13?  Why can't they just keep it stupid simple?


Vital Signs
Subject: Vital Signs

Is there such a thing as "rest rate" temperature or "respirator" temperature?? 
Spurling's signs
Subject: Spurling's signs

n/m
Neurovegetative signs?
Subject: Neurovegetative signs?

Hi, I was wondering if there is such a thing as neurovegetative signs? I thought that it sounded like nerovigitated, but google directed me to neurovegetative. Can someone please tell me if this is a vaild word? Thank you!!!
Genitoperitoneal signs
Subject: Genitoperitoneal signs

Abdominal exam shows no genitoperitoneal signs?
RE: Genitoperitoneal signs
Subject: RE: Genitoperitoneal signs

Back pain
RE: Genitoperitoneal signs
Subject: RE: Genitoperitoneal signs

Thank you!
vital signs
Subject: vital signs

When a doctor dictates the vital signs with only the values and no headings, does anyone fill in headings or do you just give them what they dictated.  For example, they say VITAL SIGNS:  110/80, 72, 20, 97.9. 
watch for signs of incarceration??

Abdominal pain secondary to a small femoral hernia, easily reducible. She will watch for any signs of incarceration.


 


 


ortho signs for reference sm
Subject: ortho signs for reference sm

 
















    








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Special Tests for Orthopedic Examination, Second Edition



Jeff G. Konin PhD, ATC, PT; Denise Wiksten PhD, ATC; Jerome A. Isear, Jr. MS, PT, ATC-L; Holly Brader MPH, ATC, CHES









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Pub. Date: 2002
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Special Tests for Orthopedic Examination is now available in a completely updated and refined new edition. This concise manual is a valuable reference for identifying and performing special tests used during an orthopedic examination. Now available in a spiral-bound format-perfect for the reader to lay-flat and refer to as they are practicing the tests. Students, clinicians, and rehabilitation professionals will enhance their ability to interpret and evaluate their findings.


This new edition takes a simplistic approach to visualizing and explaining over 150 commonly used orthopedic special tests. Readers benefit from the user-friendly, spiral-bound format, as clear and concise text is coupled with excellent photographs to illustrate the subject and clinician positioning. The tests are organized by regions of the body so the reader can easily reference a particular test. Comments found at the end of most of the tests provide valuable clinical insight and detailed implications.


* Listed as one of the Common References used in the development of NATABOC Examinations!



Features



  • Over 150 special tests for sports-related and non-athletic orthopedic injuries.
  • Detailed description of each special test component: test positioning, action, and positive findings.
  • Photographs illustrating the proper subject and clinician positioning.
  • New spiral bound cover makes this second edition more user-friendly and practical.


Table of Contents


Dedication
Acknowledgments, First Edition
Acknowledgments, Second Edition
Foreword, Second Edition
Foreword, First Edition
Preface, Second Edition
Preface, First Edition


Section I: Temporomandibular
Chvostek's Sign
Loading Test
Palpation Test


Section II: Cervical Spine
Vertebral Artery Test
Foraminal Compression Test (Spurling)
Foraminal Distraction Test
Valsalva's Maneuver
Swallowing Test
Tinel's Sign


Section III: Shoulder
Empty Can (Supraspinatus) Test
Yergason Test
Speed's Test
Ludington's Sign
Drop Arm Test
Apley's Scratch Test
Cross-Over Impingement Test
Neer Impingement Test
Hawkins-Kennedy Impingement Test
Sternoclavicular (SC) Joint Stress Test
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint Distraction Test
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint Compression Test (Shear)
Piano Key Sign
Apprehension Test (Anterior)
Apprehension Test (Posterior)
Sulcus Sign
Anterior Drawer Test
Posterior Drawer Test
Jobe Relocation Test
Feagin Test
Load and Shift Test
Grind Test
Clunk Test
O'Brien Test
Brachial Plexus Stretch Test
Shoulder Abduction Test
Adson's Maneuver
Allen's Test
Roos Test
Military Brace Position
Pectoralis Major Contracture Test


Section IV: Elbow
Resistive Tennis Elbow Test (Cozen's Test)
Resistive Tennis Elbow Test
Passive Tennis Elbow Test
Golfer's Elbow Test
Hyperextension Test
Elbow Flexion Test
Varus Stress Test
Valgus Stress Test
Tinel's Sign
Pinch Grip Test


Section V: Wrist and Hand
Tap or Percussion Test
Compression Test
Long Finger Flexion Test
Finkelstein Test
Phalen Test
Tinel's Sign
Froment's Sign
Wrinkle Test (Shrivel Test)
Digital Allen's Test
Bunnel Littler Test
Murphy's Sign
Watson Test
Valgus Stress Test
Varus Stress Test
Section VI: Thoracic Spine
Kernig/Brudzinski Signs
Lateral Rib Compression Test
Anterior/Posterior Rib Compression Test
Inspiration/Expiration Breathing Test


Section VI: Thoracic Spine
Kernig/Brudzinski Signs
Lateral Rib Compression Test
Anterior/Posterior Rib Compression Test
Inspiration/Expiration Breathing Test


Section VII: Lumbar Spine
Valsalva's Maneuver
Stoop Test
Hoover Test
Kernig/Brudzinski Signs
90-90 Straight Leg Raise Test
Bowstring Test (Cram Test)
Sitting Root Test
Unilateral Straight Leg Raise Test (Lasegue Test)
Bilateral Straight Leg Raise Test
Well Straight Leg Raise Test
Slump Test
Thomas Test
Spring Test
Trendelenburg's Test
Stork Standing Test


Section VIII: Sacral Spine
Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Fixation Test
Gillet Test
Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Stress Test
Squish Test
Yeoman's Test
Gaenslen's Test
Patrick or FABER Test
Long-Sitting Test


Section IX: Hip
Hip Scouring or Quadrant Test
Nélaton's Line
Craig's Test
90-90 Straight Leg Raise Test
Patrick or FABER Test
Trendelenburg's Test
Ober's Test
Piriformis Test
Thomas Test
True Leg-Length Discrepancy Test
Apparent Leg-Length Discrepency Test
Ely's Test
Tripod Test
Femoral Nerve Traction Test


Section X: Knee
Patella Tendon/Patella Ligament Length Test
Patellar Apprehension Test
Ballotable Patella or Patella Tap Test
Sweep Test
Quadriceps or Q-Angle Test
Medial-Lateral Grind Test
Bounce Home Test
Patellar Grind Test (Clarke's Sign)
Renne Test
Noble Test
Hughston's Plica Test
Godfrey 90/90 Test
Posterior Sag Test (Gravity Drawer Test)
Reverse Pivot Shift (Jakob Test)
Anterior Lachman's Test
Anterior Drawer Test
Slocum Test With Internal Tibial Rotation
Slocum Test With External Tibial Rotation
Pivot Shift Test
Jerk Test
Posterior Drawer Test
Hughston Posteromedial Drawer Test
Hughston Posterolateral Drawer Test
Posterior Lachman's Test 27
External Rotation Recurvatum Test
Valgus Stress Test
Varus Stress Test
McMurray Test
Apley Compression Test
Steinman's Tenderness Displacement Test
Rectus Femoris Contracture Test


Section XI: Ankle and Foot
Homans' Sign
Anterior Drawer Test
Talar Tilt Test (Inversion)
Talar Tilt Test (Eversion)
Thompson Test
Tap or Percussion Test
Feiss Line 30
Interdigital Neuroma Test
Compression Test
Long Bone Compression Test
Swing Test
Kleiger's Test
Tinel's Sign



"Overall, the text can help the reader strengthen clinical skills through the didactic instruction of clinical techniques used in performing special tests."


- Chris Hughes, PT, PhD, OCS, CSCS, Journal of Orthopedic Sports Physical Therapy

“The authors… have successfully achieved their intent and have provided a ready-reference for the proper performance and interpretation of special tests commonly performed as part of an orthopaedic examination."


-- Thomas P. Nolan, Jr., PT, MS, OCS, Orthopaedic Practice

“The strength of this book is in its visual simplicity and ease of use. Students…as well as established clinicians, will find this pocket guide useful for quick reference in the clinic.”


-- Maggie Fillmore, MA, PT, OCS, Advance for Physical Therapists and PT Assistants

“This book is an excellent, straight-forward, well-illustrated manual of special orthopedic tests.”


-- Roslyn Sofer, PT, OCS, Physical Therapy




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here are some ortho knee signs
Subject: here are some ortho knee signs

Section X: Knee
Patella Tendon/Patella Ligament Length Test
Patellar Apprehension Test
Ballotable Patella or Patella Tap Test
Sweep Test
Quadriceps or Q-Angle Test
Medial-Lateral Grind Test
Bounce Home Test
Patellar Grind Test (Clarke's Sign)
Renne Test
Noble Test
Hughston's Plica Test
Godfrey 90/90 Test
Posterior Sag Test (Gravity Drawer Test)
Reverse Pivot Shift (Jakob Test)
Anterior Lachman's Test
Anterior Drawer Test
Slocum Test With Internal Tibial Rotation
Slocum Test With External Tibial Rotation
Pivot Shift Test
Jerk Test
Posterior Drawer Test
Hughston Posteromedial Drawer Test
Hughston Posterolateral Drawer Test
Posterior Lachman's Test 27
External Rotation Recurvatum Test
Valgus Stress Test
Varus Stress Test
McMurray Test
Apley Compression Test
Steinman's Tenderness Displacement Test
Rectus Femoris Contracture Test


Could it be "no signs of hepatosplenomegaly?" or sm
Subject: Could it be "no signs of hepatosplenomegaly?" or sm

no tenderness (or maybe even rebound) or hepatosplenomegaly?
that is true-but I do what who signs paychecks SM
Subject: that is true-but I do what who signs paychecks SM

You are right but I do what the signers of the paychecks want me to do......
tract/track signs
Subject: tract/track signs

long tract sign(s)
Medical signs, anyone know a good
Subject: Medical signs, anyone know a good

website to locate names of medical signs?  TIA. 
hand - no signs of s/l thelan? sm
Subject: hand - no signs of s/l thelan? sm

appear to be a significant paronychia and I am concerned about progression to s/l felen.


anatomy of hand??


s/l tennel and phallen signs
Subject: s/l tennel and phallen signs

Extremities:  positive (s/l tennel and phallen) signs bilaterally.


Thank you.


Chvostek’s and Trousseau’s Signs
Subject: Chvostek’s and Trousseau’s Signs

x
2 separate vital signs nm
Subject: 2 separate vital signs nm

nm
ortho signs and tests
Subject: ortho signs and tests

This online list includes about every orthopedic sign/test ever performed!


long "tract" signs.
Subject: long "tract" signs.

x
long tract signs
Subject: long tract signs


Link for shoulder exam/signs. sm
Subject: Link for shoulder exam/signs. sm

http://www.shoulderdoc.co.uk/education/article.asp?article=497
prodrome (early signs and symptoms) nm
Subject: prodrome (early signs and symptoms) nm

nm
In Vital SIgns, doc dictates "MAP 77". ?? sm
Subject: In Vital SIgns, doc dictates "MAP 77". ?? sm

VITAL SIGNS:  Temperature 36.0, pulse rate 62, respiratory rate 16, systolic 112, diastolic 160, MAP 77. 
psoas signs and Rovsing sign
Subject: psoas signs and Rovsing sign


patient had signs of s/l tur-shur hyperparathyroidism. nm
Subject: patient had signs of s/l tur-shur hyperparathyroidism. nm

s
Ortho and neuro signs. See link.
Subject: Ortho and neuro signs. See link.

==http://www.cagworld.com/Resources/Medical.asp===
Vital signs: Pulse 85 s/l via VS machine??
Subject: Vital signs: Pulse 85 s/l via VS machine??


the s/l tonupin measurements, no signs glaucoma.
Subject: the s/l tonupin measurements, no signs glaucoma.

xx
PE - negative s/l fostix and Trousseau signs.
Subject: PE - negative s/l fostix and Trousseau signs.


Afebrile, vital signs stable.
Subject: Afebrile, vital signs stable.

Good site for abbreviations.

http://mt911.com/site/search/abbreviation_search.asp
frontal releasing signs "problemmental" nm
Subject: frontal releasing signs "problemmental" nm


He had numbness, no "long track" signs.
Subject: He had numbness, no "long track" signs.

Ortho reprot. 


He had pain in his neck and left arm with mild numbness, no s/l "long track" signs.


Doesn't make sense to me


here is a link for all types of tests, signs & maneuvers. Maybe
Subject: here is a link for all types of tests, signs & maneuvers. Maybe

you can browse thru and see if you can find the one you are looking for.

http://www.cagworld.com/Resources/Medical.asp
AVSS: Afebrile, vital signs stable. nm
Subject: AVSS: Afebrile, vital signs stable. nm


great site for ortho tests and signs
Subject: great site for ortho tests and signs

http://www.medical-transcription1.com/NewsArticleDetail162.htm
Cardiovascular problem signs include swelling
Subject: Cardiovascular problem signs include swelling

x
Positive flexion signs on right with ______ and palmomental. (s/l) the-mental
Subject: Positive flexion signs on right with ______ and palmomental. (s/l) the-mental

nm
right lower quadrant tenderness, though the obturator and s/l sew-a? signs were neg. more ?insid
Subject: right lower quadrant tenderness, though the obturator and s/l sew-a? signs were neg. more ?insid

 

She had no peritoneal signs secondary to heel strike and had no rebound, no s/l robsing? sign


Pt on "Mal ex" for her migraines but will monitor for any signs of seratonin syndrome. nm
Subject: Pt on "Mal ex" for her migraines but will monitor for any signs of seratonin syndrome. nm


Pramipexole is used for treating the signs and symptoms of Parkinson disease
Subject: Pramipexole is used for treating the signs and symptoms of Parkinson disease