Do ‘sliders’ slide and ‘tensioners’ tension? An analysis of neurodynamic techniques and considerations regarding their application
Michel W.Coppieters and David S. Butler The aim of this cadaveric biomechanical study was to measure longitudinal excursion and strain in the median and ulnar nerve at the wrist and proximal to the elbow during different types of nerve gliding exercises. The results confirmed the clinical assumption that ‘sliding techniques’ result in a substantially larger [...]
Neural Mobilization: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials with an Analysis of Therapeutic Eficacy
Richard F. Ellis, Wayne A. Hing. The purpose of this paper was to provide a systematic review of the literature pertaining to the therapeutic efficacy of neural mobilization. The titles and abstracts of the papers identified were reviewed to select papers specifically detailing neural mobilization as a treatment modality. The PEDro scale, a systematic tool [...]
Longitudinal sliding of the median nerve in patients with non-specific arm pain.
Dilley A, Odeyinde S, Greening J, Lynn B In patients with non-specific arm pain (NSAP; also known as repetitive strain injury), there are clinical signs of altered median nerve sliding. It is possible that a restriction along the nerve course will lead to abnormal increases in local strain during limb movements, possibly contributing to symptoms. [...]
A preliminary investigation into the relationship between cervical snags and sympathetic nervous system activity in the upper limbs of an asymptomatic population
Perry J and Green A. Physiotherapeutic management of lumbar disorders often utilises specific segmental joint mobilisation techniques; however, there is only limited evidence of any neurophysiological effects and much of this has focused on the cervical spine and upper limbs. This study aims to extend the knowledge base underpinning the use of a unilaterally applied [...]
The Relationship Between Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings and Postural Maneuver and Physical Examination Tests in Patients With Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Results of a Double-Blind, Controlled Study
Derya Demirbag, Ercument Unlu, Ferda Ozdemir, Hakan Genchellac, Osman Tem?zoz, Husey?n Ozdem?r and M. Kemal Dem?r The objective of this study was to investigate the differences in findings from magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in the neutral and provocative positions, and to examine the relationship between these differences and the results of physical examination tests in [...]
The Sensitivity of the Seated Straight-Leg Raise Test Compared With the Supine Straight-Leg Raise Test in Patients Presenting With Magnetic Resonance Imaging Evidence of Lumbar Nerve Root Compression
Alon Rabin, Peter C. Gerszten, Pat Karausky, Clareann H. Bunker, Douglas M. Potter and William C. Welch The objective of this study was to compare the sensitivity of 2 methods of performing the straight-leg raise (SLR) test, one in the supine position and the other in the seated position, in patients presenting with signs and [...]
The Effect of a 4-Week Comprehensive Rehabilitation Program on Postural Control and Lower Extremity Function in Individuals With Chronic Ankle Instability
Sheri A. Hale, Jay Hertel, Lauren C. Olmsted-Kramer The objective of this prospective, randomized controlled trial was to examine the effects of a 4-week rehabilitation program for chronic ankle instability (CAI) on postural control and lower extremity function. CAI is associated with residual symptoms, performance deficits, and reinjury. Managing CAI is challenging and more evidence [...]
Clinical Importance of the Lateral Branch of the Deep Peroneal Nerve.
Kennedy, J G; Brunner, J B; Bohne, W H; Hodgkins, C W; Baxter, D B. Persistent recalcitrant dorsolateral foot pain after ankle sprain cannot always be explained by known anatomic nerve pathways. To determine whether an impingement of a lateral branch of the deep peroneal nerve might be responsible for atypical pain, this study conducted [...]
Neuronal mechanism for neuropathic pain
Min Zhuo Among different forms of persistent pain, neuropathic pain presents as a most difficult task for basic researchers and clinicians. Despite recent rapid development of neuroscience and modern techniques related to drug discovery, effective drugs based on clear basic mechanisms are still lacking. This article reviews the basic neuronal mechanisms that maybe involved in [...]
Neuropathic pain in soft tissue complaints
Mark J. Abrahams Many soft tissue complaints are associated with the development of neuropathic pain. This pain is produced by pathophysiological processes that are different to the processes involved in the generation of the inflammatory or nociceptive pain more commonly encountered in soft tissue disorders. One of the consequences of this is that neuropathic pain [...]
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