Maudsley's Test (Resisted Middle Finger)

Purpose

Screen for lateral epicondylalgia.

Execution

1. 1Patient extends the middle finger
2. 2Therapist applies resistance
3. 3Ask for pain location and intensity

Key Observations

• Pain at lateral epicondyle with resisted middle finger extension

Views

• lateral

Protocol

1. 1Compare both sides
2. 2Record pain intensity
3. 3Use with other tests

Reference

Clinical orthopedic tests