Goniometry: Finger Metacarpophalangeal Joint Abduction
Anatomical Movement[edit | edit source]
Finger metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint abduction
Testing position[edit | edit source]
Patient is sitting with forearm and hands supported, forearm in full pronation, wrist neutral and MCP joint in neutral position.
Goniometer Placement[edit | edit source]
AXIS LOCATION | STATIONARY ARM | MOVEMENT ARM |
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Dorsal aspect of MCP joint | Dorsal midline of the metacarpal | Dorsal midline of the proximal phalanx |
Normal End-Feel[edit | edit source]
Firm