Rib lock extrusion test

The rib lock extrusion test is often used to check the degree of slack in the ligament of the upper limb band and the space of the rib lock gap when the weight is heavy. Rib lock extrusion test: take a straight position, so that the patient will extend the shoulder joint backwards, similar to the military standing upright. Check for changes in the brachial artery pulse. In this examination, it must be noted that the patient's neck should not be overstretched, flexed or rotated. 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: The test result was negative. In the normal population, after the intensive traction, the brachial artery pulsation completely disappeared by 22%, significantly reduced by 37%. Positive: The test result was positive, indicating that the ligament of the upper limb of the examinee was slack, and the gap of the rib lock was easy to become small when the weight was heavy. The biggest disadvantage of this check is that the result varies with the size of the examiner. Tips: Check your relaxation and follow the doctor's instructions. Normal value The test result was negative. In the normal population, after the intensive traction, the brachial artery pulsation completely disappeared by 22%, significantly reduced by 37%. Clinical significance Abnormal results: The test result was positive, indicating that the ligament of the upper limb of the examinee was slack, and the gap of the rib lock was easy to become small when the weight was heavy. The biggest disadvantage of this check is that the result varies with the size of the examiner. People who need to be examined: people who have pain in their shoulders. Positive results may be diseases: intercostal neuralgia, aseptic costal cartilage inflammation considerations Taboo before inspection: no special contraindications. Requirements for inspection: Check your relaxation and follow the doctor's instructions. Inspection process The examinee was seated, chested, and shoulder abducted 15°. The examiner kneels, holding the hand on the side of the examination in one hand and pulsing the artery in the other hand. Along the longitudinal axis of the upper limb being examined, the traction was gradually applied and the changes in the pulsation of the radial artery were recorded. Not suitable for the crowd Inappropriate crowd: None. Adverse reactions and risks Nothing.

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