WRIGHT's

HYPERABDUCTION TEST

​• Testing for

Neurovascular Compression (TOS) caused by the pectoralis minor.

​• Test positioning

The client is seated.

​• Action

Passively abduct their affected arm to 180-degrees, then slightly extend the arm.

Monitor their radial pulse on the abducted arm

​• Positive finding

The client’s symptoms reoccur (numbness, tingling in hands and fingers) or the client’s radial pulse diminishes.