Extensors Flashcards
0
Q
Transverse retinacular ligament does what
A
Keeps lateral band volar
1
Q
Lumbrical inserts into which lateral band
A
Radial
2
Q
Triangular ligament does what
A
Prevents volar migration of lateral bands
3
Q
How to test central slip
A
With a flexed PIP ask for DIP extension. If it is flappy the central slip is in tact. If there is good DIP extension central slip is torn
4
Q
Treatment of chronic boutonniere
A
Fowler. Incise extensor over middle phalanx
