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Evaluations and Treatment of the Cervical Spine, 2nd Edition: Summary
Evaluations and Treatment of the Cervical Spine,
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2nd Edition 3 Contact Hours
Author Dr. Ryan Wadas, PT, DPT
Dr. Ryan Wadas earned his bachelor’s degree in human biology from the University of Kansas and his doctorate degree in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Wadas has over 12 years of outpatient orthopedic PT experience, the majority of which he spent serving as a clinical instructor working with PT and PTA students. He also has 9 years of experience in academia. Dr. Wadas is currently a professor at South University’s PTA program in Tampa, Florida, with 7 years as adjunct faculty at Nova Southeastern University’s DPT program in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Wadas has advanced training and coursework in spinal manipulation through the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy (AAMT), the McKenzie Method to Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT), vestibular therapy training, Myofascial Practitioner Cupping Certification, and Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA).
LEARNING OUTCOMES • Classify the four main categories of cervical spine pain • Classify the conditions for which rehabilitative treatment for the cervical spine would be contraindicated • Differentiate the special tests used to diagnose cervical spine conditions
• Analyze the evaluative methods clinicians can use to classify cervical spine pain • Analyze the most effective evidence-based treatment options for cervical spine pain to improve functional and occupational limitations • Categorize the medical treatment options for the cervical spine outside the scope of rehabilitation
SELF-ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS
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Which one is NOT one of the classifications for neck pain according to the current CPGs? a. Neck pain with mobility deficits b. Neck pain with balance coordination impairments c. Neck pain with headaches d. Neck pain with radiating pain Which is the correct classification for an individual who was in a car crash and suffers from a whiplash injury? a. Neck pain with mobility deficits b. Neck pain with movement coordination impairments c. Neck pain with headaches d. Neck pain with radiating pain
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A clinician is using cervical PAIVMs to assess joint mobility. Which direction of force would cause right rotation of the C5 vertebrae? a. Unilateral PA glide to the right transverse process b. Central PA glide to the left transverse process c. Transverse glide to the right spinous process d. Transverse glide to the left spinous process
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ANSWERS: 1: b 2 : b 3 : c
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