Intervertebral Motion Assessment of the OAA (Indirect)

Cervical / HeadMusculoskeletal
Intervertebral Motion Assessment of the OAA (Indirect)

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Test protocol

We will present here the assessment of the intervertebral movement of the occiput-atlas-axis using an indirect method. For this assessment, it is recommended to start with the evaluation of C2 on C3 since this joint influences the mobility of the upper segments. Then, the evaluation continues with C0 on C1 because a limitation of this joint may restrict the movement of C1 on C2. Finally, the…

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