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Maudsley’s Test: Interpreting Resisted Middle Finger Extension

Maudsley’s test uses resisted middle finger extension during assessment of lateral elbow or proximal forearm pain. It appears in discussions of both tennis elbow and radial tunnel syndrome. That overlap is precisely why massage therapists should interpret the response carefully rather than treating it as a test for one specific condition.

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Lateral Epicondylitis CPE-CPD Professional Development Study Module

Review tennis elbow anatomy, contributing factors and assessment, alongside treatment considerations for clients with lateral elbow pain.

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