Claw hand

Home care:

Call your health care provider if:

(This condition is something that a child is born with, or that develops slowly. Mention it to the health care provider during a routine visit.)

What to expect at your health care provider's office:

The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed.

Medical history questions documenting claw hand in detail may include:

• time pattern
  • When did you first notice the abnormal hand shape?
  • Is it getting worse?

• location
  • Does it affect both hands?

• other
  • Do other symptoms occur at the same time?

The physical examination may include extra attention to examination of the hands (and feet).

After seeing your health care provider:
You may want to add a diagnosis related to claw hand to your personal medical record.