Introduction The Craniocervical Flexion Test (CCFT) is a clinical assessment used by healthcare professionals, particularly physiotherapists, to evaluate the activation and strength of the deep cervical flexor muscles in the neck. These muscles are important for stabilizing the neck and head during movements, and their weakness or dysfunction can lead to chronic neck pain, headaches,…
The first rib mobility test is generally used for an examination of the thoracic spine, the examiner ( therapist ) should always check for the mobility of the first rib when examining the cervical spine. Mostly if side flexion is restricted and there is pain or any tenderness in the area of the first rib…
What is Test for Cervical Instability? Testing for cervical instability involves a range of diagnostic exams and physical assessments to determine if the neck’s vertebrae and supporting structures are abnormally mobile or misaligned. These tests may include X-rays, MRI or CT scans, flexion-extension X-rays, and physical examinations. A healthcare professional may recommend testing for cervical…
Description The cervical flexion-rotation test(CFRT) is a form of manual examination test that helps in the diagnosis of neck pain-related conditions. It is an easily applied clinical test for dysfunction C1-C2 cervical spine. The cervical spine movement at the C1-C2 level is for nearly 50% of the rotation of the cervical spine.The sensitivity of the…
