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TFCC Tears: Therapist Treatment Approaches

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1.  Which of the following is NOT part of the Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC)?
  1. Triangular fibrocartilage
  2. Meniscal structure
  3. Thenar eminence
  4. Extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) subsheath
2.  What causes TFCC lesions?
  1. Degenerative issues
  2. Trauma
  3. Inherent laxity
  4. All of the above
3.  Which of the following is NOT a TFCC assessment?
  1. NEER Test
  2. Fovea Sign
  3. Compression Test
  4. Piano Key Sign
4.  For conservative treatment, how many weeks must you immobilize the arm?
  1. 2 weeks
  2. 4 weeks
  3. 6 weeks
  4. 8 weeks
5.  What is a type of surgical intervention for a TFCC tear?
  1. Arthroscopic debridement
  2. Peripheral direct repair
  3. Ulnar shortening
  4. All of the above

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