Manipulation and Mobilization: Mobilization

Question 1

Mobilization or Manipulation?
A. Thrust applied into paraphysiological space
B. High-velocity, low-amplitude thrust applied to patient
C. Varying speeds and amplitudes; pt can stop mvmt
D. From resting position up to elastic barrier of jt

Answer 1

A. Manipulation
B. Manipulation
C. Mobilization
D. Mobilization

Question 2

Facet Joints
A. Play a ____ role in controlling passive joint movement
B. Resist ____ and ____ of joints, capsule, & soft tissues
C. Load on the joints varies with ____ and ____ mvmts

Answer 2

Major
Torsion and shearing
Flexion and extension

Question 3

Effects of Mobilization: Give examples of each type
A. Neurophysiological
B. Nutritional
C. Mechanical

Answer 3

A. stimulates mechanoreceptors, decreases spasm/guarding, stim. Golgi tendon and proprioceptors
B. stim. synovial fluid, exchange of nutrients, incr. nutrition to avascular portions of art. cartilage
C. Improve mobility, loosen adhesions/scarring, maintains extensibility and tensile strength

Question 4

What motions are used for mobilization?

Answer 4

Roll, spin, slide (glide), distraction and traction

Question 5

Convex-Concave Rule
If convex surface is moving on stationary concave surface, gliding occurs in _____ direction of roll
If concave joint is moving on stationary convex surface, glide occurs in same direction of roll

Answer 5

Opposite

Same