The Elbow

6* Resisted Extension

Execution

The examiner stands next to the patient.
The patient holds his forearm in 90° of flexion and in supination.
The contralateral hand is placed on top of the patient's shoulder.
The other one is placed vertically under the patient's forearm and
prevents the arm from moving downwards.

Remarks:

Make sure the fixation is maximal in order not to allow any movement.
If necessary, in a very strong patient, the examiner may place his
own elbow onto his own upper thigh.

Structures tested:

Functional examination; Overview

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