Spinal mobilization is a type of passive movement of a spinal segment or region. It is usually performed with the aim of achieving a therapeutic effect.
Spinal mobilization has been described as "a gentle, often oscillatory, passive movement applied to a spinal region or segment so as gently to increase the passive range of motion of that segment or region." __TOC__ Types of techniques
Spinal mobilization employ a range of techniques or schools of approaches in delivering the passive movement. Some examples include
Maitland Technique Mulligan Technique
See also
Joint mobilization Joint manipulation Spinal manipulation Orthopedic medicine Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Chiropractic Physical therapy Occupational Therapy
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