Neck pain affects approximately 10% of the adult population at any given time. A variety of unique physical exam tests can be utilized to help determine the source of pathology and the need for additional imaging.
Cervical mobilization and manipulation are frequently used to treat patients diagnosed with painful conditions such as cervicogenic headache.
Some examples of mobilization tests include:
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