TMJ Classifications and Symptoms

Limited movement in the thoracic spine, often causing referred pain to the upper extremities.

Pain or paresthesia (tingling) in the upper extremities, originating from thoracic spine issues.

A diagnostic test indicating possible thoracic dysfunction, showing positive results of Upper Limb Tension Tests.

A type of thoracic hypomobility with upper extremity referred pain, upper T-spine pain, and other potential associated symptoms.

Manual therapy techniques to improve movement and reduce restrictions in the thoracic spine and ribs.

Specific exercises to increase movement and flexibility in the T-spine region for improved posture and reduced pain.

Neck pain stemming from restricted movement in the thoracic spine, often accompanied by cervical issues.

Thoracic limitations leading thoracic stiffness and shoulder impingement problems and pain.

A condition characterized by symptoms provoked by sustained weight-bearing postures, relieved by non-weight-bearing postures, and often associated with hypermobility and weakness in thoracic muscles.

Interventions for thoracic spine problems may include postural education, stabilization exercises, exercises for parascapular muscles, mobilization/manipulation, and ergonomic adjustments.

A progressive inflammatory disease primarily affecting the T-spine and ribs, causing stiffness and pain, worsened by inactivity but better by exercise

Pain originating in an internal organ that is perceived as coming from a different area in the body (thoracic wall in this case).

In a forward bend, facet joints open and the transverse process moves in a posterior-anterior direction.

In a backward bend, facet joints close and the spinous process moves in a central posterior-anterior direction.

A compression fracture is caused by a significant force or trauma affecting the thoracic vertebra.

Assessing for injuries (e.g., trauma, surgery), how pain is affected by movement (standing vs not), muscle strength, and range of motion of the thoracic spine.

Neck pain characterized by restricted range of motion (ROM), pain at end ROM, and segmental mobility deficits in the cervical and thoracic spine. It can also involve subacute or chronic cervicoscapulothoracic strength and motor control issues.

Neck pain with difficulty coordinating neck movements, typically showing up as weakness or lack of endurance in neck muscles. Pain is more present mid-range of movement.

Headache caused by problems in the neck, often accompanied by limited upper cervical spine mobility and neck muscle weakness or coordination issues.

Neck pain that radiates down an arm, which is typical of a problem affecting the nerve roots.

Anterior disk displacement without reduction. A joint issue affecting the spine.

Pain that has been present for up to 12 weeks. Acute pain is often part of a clinical classification for treatment.

Restriction of the range of motion or movement of a joint or body part. This is often seen with neck pain.

Problems with how different parts of a spine segment move relative to each other in the cervical and thoracic spine.