Evaluation of the Scratch Collapse Test in Peroneal Nerve Compression

• DOI: 10.1097/prs.0b013e3181f95c36
• Publication Date: 2011-06-16T21:09:49Z
• Authors: Justin Gillenwater; Jonathan Cheng; Susan E. Mackinnon
• Keywords: Scratch; Compression test; Clinical history

Background: The scratch collapse test is a recently described provocative for diagnosis of peripheral nerve compression. Methods: was studied prospectively in 24 consecutive patients with common peroneal compression neuropathy. confirmed by history, physical examination, and electrodiagnostic testing. Provocative testing the Tinel's sign performed. Results: showed sensitivity 0.77 specificity 0.99, while 0.65 respectively. Conclusion: sensitive specific that compares favorably to existing clinical tests aids CLINICAL QUESTION/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Diagnostic, II.