Mobilization Grades & Application

Mobilization Grades & Application

June 10, 2026 · 13 min · Season 6 · Episode 23

About this episode

The episode discusses appropriate mobilization techniques for a patient with upper extremity paresthesia and an elevated first rib.

Ulises presents with intermittent upper extremity paresthesia reproduced with overhead activity. Examination reveals an elevated first rib on the involved side without reports of soft tissue tenderness. Which of the following mobilization techniques is MOST appropriate? A) Large-amplitude oscillations performed into tissue resistance B) Small-amplitude oscillations performed into tissue resistance C) Large-amplitude oscillations performed before tissue resistance D) Small-amplitude oscillations performed before tissue resistance Text our team the word COACH for a free diagnostic: (727) 732-4573 Join the FREE Facebook Group: www.nptegroup.com

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