Thoracic Special Tests Flashcards

1
Q

Rib springing - tests for what

A

rib mobility

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2
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Rib springing - how to perform

A

Pt prone
Begin at upper ribs appying post/ant force through each rib
After prone - do it in sidelying

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3
Q

Thoracic springing - tests for what

A

Intervertebral joint mobility in thoracic spine

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4
Q

Thoracic springing - how to perform

A

Pt prone

Apply post/ant glides to TP of thoracic vertebrae

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