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Revision as of 09:12, 15 August 2020
Purpose[edit | edit source]
Digit blood flow test is used to examine the blood circulation to the finger's.
This test also known as capillary refill test
Technique[edit | edit source]
Step1. Remove finger rings and nail polish.
Step2. Therapist compress the nail bed until it turns white and records time taken for color to return to the nail bed.
Step3. Normal time 3 seconds. when it takes longer positive sign indicates and arterial insufficiency suspected.
Step4. Always compare normal side of the hand or fingers.
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Circulation Checks: Upper Extremity. Covenant Health. Available from: https://youtu.be/lMBimmpVP7U
- ↑ Capillary Refill Test. Dr. Borst's Occupational Therapy Classroom. Available from: https://youtu.be/n--wFoZFklg
