Standing, sitting or lying prone
For women, a gown over the non-examined side with the examined area exposed or a halter top is
recommended. At least roll up sleeves on a short sleeved shirt. For men, removal of the shirt is
requested.
Posterior or lateral to the patient.
May I touch the back of your arm? ( or point to the demonstrated area ).
Please bend your elbow (or demonstrate). Now hold in this position while I push on your forearm.
With the patient relaxed, place one or several fingers in the middle of the posterior arm. Guide
the patient to keep the elbow flexed while you provide a gradually increasing push on the forearm
in the direction of elbow flexion.
VH - triceps brachii long head tendon