Spinal mobilization
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
See also
- Joint mobilization
- Joint manipulation
- Spinal manipulation
- Orthopedic medicine
- Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
- Chiropractic
- Physical therapy
- Occupational Therapy
References
- ^ Mierau D, Cassidy JD, Bowen V, Dupuis P, Noftall F (1988). "Manipulation and mobilization of the third metacarpophalangeal joint". Manual Medicine. 3: 135–40.
- ^ 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.