Physical examination maneuver
Physical Exam
Tinel Test of the Wrist
also known as Hoffmann-Tinel sign
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Lightly tap (percuss) over the median nerve on the palmar side of the wrist, at the wrist crease. A positive test is a tingling or electric sensation radiating into the thumb, index finger, middle finger, and radial half of the ring finger.
How to Interpret
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Tinel sign positive
Rule in
Somewhat helpfulWide CI
Rule out
Minimally helpful
Evidence:Strong
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