Spinal mobilization

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Spinal mobilization is a type of passive movement of a spinal segment or region. It is usually performed with the aim of achieving a therapeutic effect.

Spinal mobilization has been described as "a gentle, often oscillatory, passive movement applied to a spinal region or segment so as gently to increase the passive range of motion of that segment or region."[1]

Types of Techniques

Spinal mobilization employ a range of techniques or schools of approaches in delivering the passive movement. Some examples include

References

  1. Mierau D, Cassidy JD, Bowen V, Dupuis P, Noftall F. (1988). "Manipulation and mobilization of the third metacarpophalangeal joint". Manual Medicine. 3: 135–40. 
  2. Kessler TJ, Brunner F, Künzer S, Crippa M, Kissling R. (2005). "Effects of Maitland's manual mobilization on the thoracic spine". Rehabilitation (Stuttg). 6: 361–6. 

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