Arm Squeeze Test

To perform an Arm Squeeze Test, apply gentle pressure to the patient's upper arm while observing for any exacerbation of symptoms associated with cervical nerve compression, such as pain, tingling, or numbness.

The four tests for cervical radiculopathy include the Spurlings test, Upper limb tension-1, distraction test, and involved side cervical rotation range of motion less than 60 degrees.

A cervical radiculopathy arm squeeze is a clinical test used to assess for cervical nerve root compression by applying pressure to the patient's upper arm and monitoring for reproduction or exacerbation of symptoms associated with nerve compression.