Most cervical disk lesions are seen in the lower cervical spine, while cervicogenic headache symptoms are more likely in the upper cervical spine.

List the 5 Ds And 3 Ns (spelling counts).

BONUS: While performing a chart review, you notice your patient had an ACDF.  What does this stand for? 

The following 7 questions all refer to the same patient case. A 69-year-old female recently began physical therapy with complaints of R UE numbness into her hand and fifth digit. She has been diagnosed with cervical radiculopathy. During the initial evaluation, the PT assesses the integrity of the upper cervical ligaments, specifically the transverse ligament.  Which special test was performed?

The subclavian artery and vein are found in the posterior triangle.

An Upper Limb Tension Test is performed and found to be positive on this same patient. Which nerve was most likely tested?

Cues to help a patient to activate the deep capital flexor muscles is which of the following?

Which of the following is NOT a suboccipital muscle?

A PTA is palpating a patient’s sternocleidomastoid.  Where would they palpate the muscle’s insertion?

How did gladiatorial games transition from funerary rituals to political tools?