[LAB] Head pain, TMJ, Migraines [Chou] Flashcards
MFR Scalp and Cervical region
Hand placement: Vault Hold
ST Supine Cervical Traction
ST Seated Cervical Traction
Counterstrain
PC1 Inion
Muscle focus?
Counterstrain
PC1 Occiput
Muscle focus?
Counterstrain
PC2 Occiput
Muscle focus?
Counterstrain
PC2
Muscle focus?
How to diagnose trigger points?
- Listen to pt’s described pain pattern
- Palpate suspected muscle for knot in muscular layer
May feel twitch response or reproduction of pain pattern (not typical of tender point)
Where are the Head/Neck trigger points?
Semispinalis M.
Multifidi Ms.
Suboccipital Ms.
Scaleni Ms.
Levator scapulae M.
Upper Trapezius M.
How to perform ischemic compression of trigger points
What neurological testing might you perform when diagnosing cervical facets?
DTR: biceps, brachioradialis, triceps
Dermatomes
Muscle strength: C5, C6, C7
What special tests might you perform for diagnosing cervical facets?
Spurling’s maneuver
FPR for all cervical facets and hypertonic cervical musculature
OA Cervical HVLA
AA Cervical HVLA