Press Test (Sit-to-Stand) Special Test

What is it used for?

• Functional test for TFCC Tear.

How to Perform

• Action: Patient sits in a chair with armrests. Ask them to push themselves up using their hands (wrists extended).

Interpretation of Results

• Positive Test: Significant ulnar-sided wrist pain that prevents the patient from lifting their weight.
• Why: Weight-bearing extends the wrist and axially loads the ulnar side.

Diagnostic Accuracy

• Sensitivity: 100%

References

• Lester, B. et al. (1995). Journal of Hand Surgery.