Thoracic Special Tests Flashcards
1
Q
Rib springing - tests for what
A
rib mobility
2
Q
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
3
Q
Thoracic springing - tests for what
A
Intervertebral joint mobility in thoracic spine
4
Q
Thoracic springing - how to perform
A
Pt prone
Apply post/ant glides to TP of thoracic vertebrae