Examination of the wrist and hand

The wrist and hand form a highly complex organ that is of great importance in almost all daily activities. The hand serves as a tool and an organ of sense. Injuries of the hand and wrist as well as mechanical, neurological or systemic inflammatory changes are common. Taking a detailed history can al...

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Published in:Der Orthopäde 2016-12, Vol.45 (12), p.1083-1098
Main Authors: Springorum, H R, Baier, C, Götz, J, Schwarz, T, Benditz, A, Grifka, J, Heers, G
Format: Article
Language:ger
Subjects:
Diagnosis, Differential
Diagnostic Imaging - methods
Exercise Test - methods
Hand Injuries - diagnosis
Humans
Joint Diseases - diagnosis
Palpation - methods
Physical Examination - methods
Wrist Injuries - diagnosis
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Summary:The wrist and hand form a highly complex organ that is of great importance in almost all daily activities. The hand serves as a tool and an organ of sense. Injuries of the hand and wrist as well as mechanical, neurological or systemic inflammatory changes are common. Taking a detailed history can already lead to a diagnosis. Almost all structures of the hand are easily accessible for clinical examination, i. e. inspection, palpation and clinical tests, including dynamic testing. Diagnostic imaging completes the examination procedure.
ISSN:1433-0431
DOI:10.1007/s00132-016-3350-x