1. Median Nerve Paralysis. See text for descriptions. A
Median Nerve Paralysis.See text for descriptions.A. Ochsner test:The patient cannot flex the index finger on the paralyzed side.B. Thumb flexion test:The patient cannot flex the distal joint of the thumb.C. Wartenberg oriental prayer sign:Paralysis prevents extension of the thumb so its tip cannot reach its mate.D. Pen-touching test:The thumb cannot abduct to touch the object when the median nerve is paralyzed.E. The area of anesthesia:This includes the radial three digits of the palmar aspect and folds over the tips to the dorsal aspect where it covers the distal phalanges of the same digits (blue).
Source: Chapter 14. The Neurologic Examination, DeGowin's Diagnostic Examination, 9e
Citation: LeBlond RF, Brown DD, DeGowin RL. DeGowin's Diagnostic Examination, 9e; 2009 Available at: Accessed: December 29, 2017
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