How Do You Measure Ulnar Deviation At The Wrist Joint?
If you think about the motions a wrist makes, you’ll realize how complex a small joint can be and how many different uses it has. For example, when you wave, you use a combination of flexion and extension of the wrist, along with ulnar and radial deviation of the wrist. If you are unable to make one or more wrist movements, you will need to visit a doctor or physical therapist to help figure out the cause of the problem. One of the best ways to figure out if you are lacking in motion is to use a goniometer to determine the range of motion you have when you perform ulnar deviation of the wrist. Sit next to a table that is about waist-high. You should be able to comfortably place your elbow and forearm onto the table without experiencing any pain. Place your arm and hand flat on the table, with your palm facing down. Make sure your elbow is bent at about a 90-degree angle. Feel for an indentation in the middle of the back of the wrist. When you flex the wrist (bend it down), you will fee
