Froment's Sign | Rationale & Interpretation

Froment's Sign | Rationale & Interpretation

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The video tutorial explains Froment's sign, a test for diagnosing ulnar nerve palsy. It covers the procedure for both negative and positive test results, highlighting the role of the lateral prehensile grip and thumb interphalangeal joint. A positive test indicates compensation due to weakness in the adductor pollicis muscle, often caused by ulnar nerve damage. The tutorial also discusses the involvement of the flexor pollicis longus muscle and the lack of psychometric data for Froment's sign.

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