The TFCC Compression Test is a common orthopedic test to assess the integrity of the triangular fibrocartilage complex in the wrist.

Mar 22, 2024 · Testing for a Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) tear involves a combination of clinical evaluation, physical examinations, and diagnostic imaging. The …

Dec 18, 2023 · Diagnosis is made clinically with ulnar sided wrist pain that is worse with ulnar deviation and a positive "fovea" sign. An MRI can help confirm diagnosis. Treatment is …

Patients with TFCC injury will present with ulnar-sided wrist pain that may present with clicking or point tenderness between the pisiform and the ulnar head. MRI imaging is useful as a …

The "ulnar fovea sign" for defining ulnar wrist pain: an analysis of sensitivity and specificity.

Sep 4, 2025 · The TFCC Compression Test is a specialized examination technique used to evaluate potential pathology in the wrist's triangular fibrocartilage complex.

There are numerous special tests to evaluate the TFCC. The fovea sign involves tenderness to palpation between the ulnar styloid and FCU tendon. The TFCC stress test elicits pain with …

The triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) connects the bones in your forearm with bones in your wrist. The structure — made up of ligaments, tendons and cartilage — helps support and …

The only injury that responds to taping of the wrist, or wearing a WristWidget® is the TFCC tear. There is no other injury that changes your weight bearing tolerance when you bring the radius …

Sep 18, 2018 · TFCC tears are often diagnosed using the fovea test, also called the ulnar fovea sign. To do this, your doctor will apply pressure to the outside of your wrist and ask if you feel …