Measurement of ROM of Cervical Spine

Question 1

Anatomy Review

Answer 1

• upper cervical: atlas C1, axis C2, motion: nod, rotation (50% at AA)
• lower cervical:C3-C7, combined movement of all segments is measured; sagittal plane: flexion and extension; frontal plane: right/left lateral flexion; transverse plane: rotation

Question 2

Posture

Answer 2

• beware of FHP!
• retraction may also happen
• both of these will affect measurements taken