OK Sign Test

Special Test for Anterior IO Function

Authors
Affiliations

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.S. in Kinesiology

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.A. in Neuroscience

Mechanics

OK Sign tests the Anterior Interossoues Nerve by creating a position that biases both the FPL and FDP. The OK Sign requires both 2nd finger DIP flexion (FDP) and thumb DIP flexion (FPL). If these are not achieved, this indicates muscle weakness.

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