Staged description of the Finkelstein test.

Dawson, Courtney; Mudgal, Chaitanya S · J Hand Surg Am · 2010

review · Level V

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Abstract

We have revisited the original description of the Finkelstein test and review the reasons for its subsequent erroneous description. We have also outlined a staged description of this test, which we have found to be reliable and minimally painful for the diagnosis of de Quervain's tendonitis within our clinical practice.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy