Cervical spine special test

Question 1

Cervical radiculopathy

Answer 1

Wainner’s Cluster 3/4
- ULNT 1
- Painful ipsilateral cervical rotation <60°
- Distraction t
- Spurling t

Question 2

Mobility deficit

Answer 2

• Limited and painful end range active/passive ROM
• Spring t
• Trigger points

Question 3

Movement Coordination Impairment (e.g., Whiplash)

Answer 3

• Craniocervical flexion t
• Neck flexor muscle endurance t (Harry’s t)
• Neck extensor muscle endurance t

Question 4

Cervicogenic Headache

Answer 4

• Limited ROM (especially R)
• Cx flexion-rotation t
• Upper Cx spring t