Thoracic TART Examination Segmental Diagnosis
Gross motion (Active or passive)
“Load and Spring” - evaluate 3 adjacent vertebrae, Type 1 vs Type 2
C3, T3, T7 landmarks
Supine T-Spine HVLA
Prone T-Spine HVLA
Supine Knee Fulcrum Upper and Middle Thoracics HVLA
Seated Lower T-Spine HVLA
Seated Knee Fulcrum HVLA
Upper Ribs 1-4 HVLA
Seated 1st Rib Inhalation Dysfunction HVLA
Ribs 3-10 Bucket Handle Inhalation Dysfunction HVLA
Ribs 3-10 Bucket Handle Exhalation Dysfunction HVLA
Same Side SD Thoracic HVLA