Cervical Rotation Range of Motion Improvements Following Cervical Extension vs Downslip Mobilizations
Missouri State University
Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare the efficacy seated cervical extension glides vs supine downslip glides, on both cervical rotation range of motion and patient comfort. Information gathered from this study may be used to help clinicians determine the most beneficial methods of cervical mobilizations as a rehabilitation tool.
Description
Subjects were randomized to either the Downslips group or the Seated AP Extension Glide. Prior to and immediately after mobilization, bilateral cervical rotation range of motion measurements were taken in seated using the Cervical Range of Motion device (CROM) which has been shown to have good validity and reliability. The starting sides of both cervical spine mobilizations were chosen at the start of data collection. After that, both therapists alternated the side to begin the mobilization with each new subject. Each mobilization was performed 5x40" with a twenty second rest between. All five…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18–45 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * healthy individuals * 18-45 years of age. Exclusion Criteria: * current or previous history of neck pain; * cervical spine instability; * history of cervical spine surgery; * neurological issues; * contraindications to mobilization including fractures, coagulation issues, and osteoporosis
Interventions
- OtherCervical Downslip Mobilization
Mobilization in supine on the C2-3 articular pillar in a direction that is caudal-medial-ventral.
- OtherSeated Cervical Extension Glide
Mobilization of C2 on C3 in a direction that is dorsal, lateral, and caudal.
Location
- Missouri State University - Physical Therapy ClinicSpringfield, Missouri