Cervical Facet Joint Dysfunction
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What is the typical onset of pain associated with cervical facet joint dysfunction?

  • Sudden and/or gradual onset (correct)
  • Gradual onset only
  • Intermittent onset
  • Sudden onset only

    • What is the typical pattern of pain experienced with cervical facet joint dysfunction?

  • Unilateral neck pain without radiation past the shoulder (correct)
  • Radiating pain past the shoulder
  • Bilateral neck pain
  • Diffuse, generalized neck pain

    • Which of the following functional limitations is NOT commonly associated with cervical facet joint dysfunction?

  • Difficulty driving
  • Difficulty with related neck movements
  • Difficulty reaching overhead (correct)
  • Difficulty looking up

    • What is the MOST effective pain-alleviating factor for cervical facet joint dysfunction?

    <p>Change of position and movement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which special test is considered the most sensitive for identifying cervical facet joint dysfunction as a source of neck pain?

    <p>Extension-rotation testing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the MAIN purpose of performing segmental muscle palpation in the assessment of cervical facet joint dysfunction?

    <p>To identify tenderness and spasm in the muscles overlying the facet joints (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following combinations of special tests would provide the HIGHEST specificity for identifying cervical facet joint dysfunction as the source of neck pain?

    <p>Positive extension-rotation test, positive accessory joint movement assessment, and positive segmental muscle palpation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Surgical intervention (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following physiotherapy interventions is LEAST likely to be included in the management of cervical facet joint pain?

    <p>Acupuncture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the MAIN goal of the multimodal management approach for cervical facet joint pain?

    <p>To address the underlying cause of the facet joint dysfunction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of clients with chronic neck pain may have cervical facet joint dysfunction as a primary source of pain?

    <p>20% to 40% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which segment in the cervical spine is most commonly symptomatic in cases of cervical facet joint dysfunction?

    <p>C2-3 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What radiological changes are often noted in cases of cervical facet joint dysfunction?

    <p>From C2-C5 segments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is NOT listed as a common pathoanatomic diagnostic label used for differential diagnosis of cervical spine facet joint dysfunction?

    <p>Ligament tear (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Among the options, which is a common pathophysiological diagnostic label associated with cervical spine facet joint dysfunction?

    <p>Intervertebral disc degeneration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common pathophysiological mechanism associated with cervical spine facet joint dysfunction?

    <p>Muscle strain (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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