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Palpation of the palmar fascia for nodularity
Palpation of the palmar fascia for nodularity
The hand is placed in the palm-up position. Each of the four digits are passively stretched in extension, noting any differences in flexibility and thickening (cords) or nodularity of the palmar fascia.
Courtesy of Bruce C Anderson, MD.
Graphic 69444 Version 5.0
