Finstefer's sign

The Finsterf sign is used to observe the protrusion of the third metacarpal head. The result of the examination can diagnose the aseptic necrosis of the lumbar bone in the wrist. The test result was positive, that is, the third metacarpal bone was positive at this time without seeing its protrusion. Basic Information Specialist classification: growth and development check classification: physical examination Applicable gender: whether men and women apply fasting: not fasting Analysis results: Below normal: Normal value: no Above normal: negative: normal. Positive: The test result was positive, that is, the third metacarpal bone was positive at this time without seeing its protrusion. Tips: Check your relaxation, you should face it positively and actively cooperate with the inspection. Normal value The result of the test was negative. The third metacarpal bone is protruding. Clinical significance Abnormal results: The test result was positive, that is, the third metacarpal bone was positive at this time without seeing its protrusion. The intrinsic is mainly seen in the aseptic necrosis of the lumbar bone in the wrist. People who need to be examined: people with abnormal pain in their wrists. Positive results may be diseases: osteonecrosis, chronic osteomyelitis precautions Taboo before inspection: no special contraindications. Requirements for inspection: Check the feelings of relaxation, should face positively, and actively cooperate with the inspection. Inspection process Let the patient extend the hand, the palm of the hand clenches the fist down, and the examiner observes the protrusion of the third metacarpal bone. Not suitable for the crowd No taboos. Adverse reactions and risks Generally no complications occur.

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