Wright’s Hyperabduction Test

TESTING FOR

Neurovascular Compression (TOS) caused by the pectoralis minor.

PROCEDURE

The client is seated.

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

Monitor their radial pulse on the abducted arm

POSITIVE SIGN

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