Joint mobilization

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Joint Mobilization

Joint mobilization is a type of manual therapy performed by physical therapists to treat joint pain and stiffness. It involves the passive movement of specific joints using the skilled application of force, direction, and technique.

Pronunciation

Joint Mobilization: /ˈjōint ˌmōbələˈzāSH(ə)n/

Etymology

The term "joint" comes from the Latin iunctus, meaning "joined", and "mobilization" is derived from the Latin mobilis, meaning "movable". Thus, joint mobilization essentially means "making a joined area movable".

Related Terms

  • Manual Therapy: A clinical approach utilizing skilled, specific hands-on techniques.
  • Joint Pain: Discomfort arising from any part of a joint.
  • Stiffness: A symptom of reduced mobility in a joint.
  • Physical Therapy: The treatment of disease, injury, or deformity by physical methods.
  • Force: The influence that produces a change in a physical quantity.
  • Direction: The course along which someone or something moves.
  • Technique: A way of carrying out a particular task.

Procedure

Joint mobilization involves the careful use of skilled graded forces to move a joint in a desired direction. Unlike most other forms of manual therapy, joint mobilization is not designed to make a joint move further than it would do naturally. Instead, it is a subtle, gentle technique that works to reduce pain and ease stiffness, thereby improving function.

Indications

Joint mobilization can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including arthritis, back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, and knee pain. It can also be used to improve joint alignment and increase overall joint function.

Contraindications

Joint mobilization should not be used in cases where movement may exacerbate an injury, such as a fracture or acute inflammation. It should also be avoided in cases of joint instability or in patients with certain types of cancer.

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