Head/Face Special Tests
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| Special Test |
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| Tests for... |
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| Positive (+) Test |
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| Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) |
TMJ pathology/dysfunction |
space is less than the width of 2 knuckles when the patient tries to open their mouth |
| Tongue Blade |
mandibular fracture |
inability to maintain a firm bite; pain is elicited |
| Weber's |
hearing loss (with otitis media) |
vibration is heard louder in the affected ear |
| Halo |
CSF leaks |
pale yellow "halo" will form on gauze |
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