Effects of Mobilisation

Question 1

What are the 3 main effects

Answer 1

Mechanical, Neurophysiological and nutritional

Question 2

Mechanical

Answer 2

• Aim to restore joint mobility to normal ROM
• Following injury and immobilisation, soft tissues can become shortened and limit overall joint mobility
• Increases the flexibility and mobility of ligaments and tendons

Question 3

Neurophysiological

Answer 3

• Especially when mobilising the spine region as spinal tissues are so highly innervated and provide large degree of afferent input into the CVS
• Stimulates mechanoreceptors to decrease pain and reduce muscle spasm and guarding due to nociceptive stimulation

Question 4

Nutritional

Answer 4

Distraction or small gliding movements – cause synovial fluid movement– Movement can improve nutrient exchange from joint swelling & immobilisation