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manipulation
Chapman's reflexes
physical medicine
definition
Chapman's reflexes
1. first check for swelling or tenderness of point
2. treatment consists of maintaining firm, gentle contact with index or middle finger pad with rotary motion
3. maintain pressure for 20 sec. to 2 min.
4. palpate for decreased edema, dissolution of palpable contracture, decreased tenderness
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