Bunnell-Littler Test: Difference between revisions

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To differentiate between intrinsic muscle or capsular tightness in the affected digit.&nbsp; A typical patient presentation may include pain located in the distal intermetacarpal space and with prolonged gripping or making a fist.&nbsp; Symptoms are most often seen in the ring and long finger.<br>  
To differentiate between intrinsic muscle or capsular tightness in the affected digit.&nbsp; A typical patient presentation may include pain located in the distal intermetacarpal space and with prolonged gripping or making a fist.&nbsp; Symptoms are most often seen in the ring and long finger.<br>  


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Purpose
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To differentiate between intrinsic muscle or capsular tightness in the affected digit.  A typical patient presentation may include pain located in the distal intermetacarpal space and with prolonged gripping or making a fist.  Symptoms are most often seen in the ring and long finger.



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