Comparison of effectiveness of upper quarter neurodynamic treatment and cervical traction in cervical radiculopathy-A pilot study

Abstract

Cervical radiculopathy is a neurological condition characterized by the dysfunction of a cervical spinal nerve, nerve root or both. Neural mobilization uses the specific position and movements of neck and arm to reduce nerve mechanosensitivity, resolve symptoms and restore function. Studies have shown that cervical traction is effective in relieving radiating pain and its associated disability and a few studies have shown that neural mobilization provides immediate benefits without harmful effects.