Neurodynamics

Chapter sections: Introduction; Mechanics of the peripheral nervous system; Pathophysiology of the nervous system; Extraneural dysfunction; Intraneural dysfunction; Assessment principles; Indications; Structural differentiation; Sensitizing maneuvers; Interpretation of findings; Normal neurogenic response; Abnormal neurogenic response; General tests; Passive neck flexion; Slump test; Lower limb neurodynamic tests (LLNTs); Straight leg raise test; Modifications of SLR test: Peroneal, sural, and tibial nerve tests; Prone knee bend; Upper limb neurodynamic tests (ULNTs); Median neurodynamic test 1 (MNT1 or ULNT1); Median neurodynamic test 2 (MNT2 or ULNT2A); Ulnar neurodynamic test (UNT or ULNT3); Radial neurodynamic test (RNT or ULNT2); Treatment principles; General rules when carrying out neurodynamic treatment; Neural tissue mobility; Review questions; Answers; References.