Wright's test
Wright's Test
Wright's Test (pronounced: rait's test) is a medical examination used to diagnose Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS). The test is named after Dr. James Homer Wright, a prominent pathologist who first described the procedure.
Etymology
The test is named after Dr. James Homer Wright, an American pathologist who was the director of the Pathology Laboratory at the Massachusetts General Hospital and is known for his numerous contributions to the field of pathology.
Procedure
During a Wright's Test, the patient is asked to hyperextend their arms and open and close their hands for approximately three minutes. The physician then checks for any loss of radial pulse and asks the patient if they are experiencing any symptoms such as numbness, tingling, or pain. A positive Wright's Test indicates the presence of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
Related Terms
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A group of disorders that occur when the blood vessels or nerves in the space between your collarbone and your first rib (thoracic outlet) become compressed.
- Pathology: The science of the causes and effects of diseases, especially the branch of medicine that deals with the laboratory examination of samples of body tissue for diagnostic or forensic purposes.
- Radial Pulse: The pulse felt at the wrist area which is a common site for checking the heart rate.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wright's test
- Wikipedia's article - Wright's test
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