Gonstead Listing System and Other Flashcards
X-Axis Motion
Flexion/Extension
Y-Axis Motion
Rotation
Z-Axis Motion
Lateral Bend
Joint Play Defn.
Small accessory movements in a healthy joint when joint is in its loose pack position.
End Feel Defn.
At the limit of passive range of motion. Checking for springiness. It is a function of the capsule and ligaments that check the motion.
Order of motion exam for C2-L5
Extension, rotation, and lateral bend
Palmer’s spinal evaluation protocol includes:
Visualization, instrumentation, static palpation, motion palpation, leg check, x-rays
Motion decreased with a P listing
Extension
Motion decreased with a PL listing
Left rotation
Motion decreased with a PR listing
Right rotation
Motion decreased with a PLS listing
Left lateral bend
Motion decreased with a PLI listing
Right lateral bend
Motion decreased with a PRS listing
Right lateral bend
Motion decreased with a PRI listing
Left lateral bend