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1998 - Vol. 6, No. 1
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Dysfunction of the Longus Colli and its Relationship to Cervic Pain and Dysfunction: A Clinical Case Presentation
James R. Beazell, MS, PT, ATC
Abstract: This case presentation discusses a rationale for soft-tissue treatment of the anterior neck muscles (especially the longus colli). The importance of neuromuscular re-education of the neck muscles is also addressed with the use of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF). The patient was a 26-year-old rugby player who presented with a history of two incidents of cervical trauma. His chief complaint was of a "feeling of lack of control" of his neck. A treatment approach using soft tissue mobilization and neuromuscular re-education was utilized. The patient was seen for two visits and was able to return to playing rugby following the first session.
The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy Vol. 6 No. 1 (1998), 12 - 16
Biomechanics and Pathology of the Overhead Throwing Motion: A Literature Review
Peter Huijbregts, PT, MSc, MHSC, MTC, CSCS
Abstract: This article describes the electromyographic, kinematic and kinetic analysis of the overhead throwing motion. Pathology associated with this motion is described, based on a literature review and inferred from data of said analysis. The goal of this article is to improve the therapist's understanding of the biomechanics of the overhead throwing motion to facilitate evaluation and treatment decisions.
The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy Vol. 6 No. 1 (1998), 17 - 23
TA Classification of, and a Critical Review of the Literature on, Syndromes of the Sacroiliac Joint
William L. Oldreive MSc, BA, MCSP, DipTP
Abstract: As part of a research project, a classification of the syndromes of the sacroiliac joint (SIJ) was attempted. A critical review of the literature on these syndromes was conducted. As will become apparent, this review revealed: controversy concerning the overall frequency of these syndromes, a number of incomplete descriptions of particular syndromes, cases where different authors gave different descriptions of conditions with the same name, and cases where different authors appeared to give similar descriptions of syndromes with different names. The identification and classification of specific SIJ syndromes requires further study.
The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy Vol. 6 No. 1 (1998), 24 - 30
Reliability of the Cervical Range of Motion Device in Measuring Upper Cervical Motion
Kenneth Dhimitri, MS Suzette Brodeur, MS Michele Croteau, MS Stephanie Richard, MS Connie J. Seymour, PhD, PT, OCS
Abstract: Limitations in upper cervical range of motion (occiput, Cl and C2) correlate highly with many pathological dysfunctions, including acute and chronic neck pain, headache, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain. Although methods have been developed which provide valid and reliable measures of the middle and lower cervical spine, a quantitative method to evaluate upper cervical range of motion has not been documented in the literature thus far. The purpose of this study was to investigate the intra-tester and inter-tester reliability of the Cervical Range of Motion device (CROM) in measuring upper cervical flexion and extension. Thirty healthy volunteers, ages 23 to 37, were measured three times by three testers. Moderate to high reliability was observed for upper cervical measurements with ICCs of .65 to .81 among testers and .89 to .97 between testers. Therefore, this method of evaluation can be used to obtain consistent quantitative measures in documenting changes in upper cervical range of motion.
The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy Vol. 6 No. 1 (1998), 24 - 30
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