Cervical Facet Joint Dysfunction
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What is the main purpose of the extension-rotation (ER) testing?

  • To assess the range of motion in the cervical spine
  • To measure the strength of the cervical spine muscles
  • To evaluate the flexibility of the neck muscles
  • To provoke pain arising from the cervical facet joints (correct)

    • What is the main purpose of the manual palpation for segmental muscles?

  • To measure the strength of the cervical spine muscles
  • To evaluate the flexibility of the neck muscles
  • To assess the range of motion in the cervical spine
  • To identify the tenderness and spasm in the muscles located over each facet joint (correct)

    • What is the purpose of the anteroposterior accessory movement assessment of the facet joint?

  • To evaluate the flexibility of the neck muscles
  • To assess the range of motion in the cervical spine
  • To provoke pain arising from the cervical facet joints (correct)
  • To identify the tenderness and spasm in the muscles located over each facet joint

    • What is the main goal of the multimodal management approach for cervical spine facet joint pain?

    <p>To improve flexibility and strength through a structured exercise program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of radiofrequency nerve ablation/denervation in the management of cervical spine facet joint pain?

    <p>It is used to provide pain relief through the use of pain medications and injections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common conservative management approach for cervical spine facet joint pain?

    <p>Surgical management, such as spinal fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated prevalence of cervical facet joint dysfunction in clients with chronic neck pain?

    <p>26% to 70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cervical spine segments are the most common symptomatic areas for facet joint dysfunctions?

    <p>C2-C3 and C5-C6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are radiological changes of facet joint dysfunctions often noted in the cervical spine?

    <p>C2-C5 segments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between radiological changes and pain symptoms in cervical facet joint dysfunctions?

    <p>Radiological changes may or may not associate with pain symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can the reader find information on the common aetiologies, differential diagnosis, and radiological features of facet joint disorders?

    <p>In Topic-1 on lumbar spine facet dysfunctions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'Learning activity' section in the provided text?

    <p>To direct the reader to complete an activity on clinical characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

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