Cervical Lateral Flexion L/R
Setup
Client seated upright, feet flat, hands on thighs. Head in neutral. Camera positioned directly in front. Coach observes from the front for shoulder compensation.
Cueing
Step 1: 'Tilt your ear toward your LEFT shoulder without lifting the shoulder or rotating the head.' Step 2: Hold 2 seconds at end range. Step 3: Return to center. Step 4: Repeat RIGHT. Watch for: shoulder shrug, trunk lateral shift, cervical rotation substitution. Pressure: 0/10 (active).
Measurement
Angle between the vertical and the line from ear to ear at end range. Visual estimation or inclinometer app. Normal: 35-45 degrees. Record L and R.
Modality
FAQ
What muscles does Cervical Lateral Flexion L/R work?
Cervical Lateral Flexion L/R primarily targets the Cervical. It is classified as a professional-level assessment test.
How do you perform Cervical Lateral Flexion L/R correctly?
Client seated upright, feet flat, hands on thighs. Head in neutral. Camera positioned directly in front. Coach observes from the front for shoulder compensation. Step 1: 'Tilt your ear toward your LEFT shoulder without lifting the shoulder or rotating the head.' Step 2: Hold 2 seconds at end range. Step 3: Return to center. Step 4: Repeat RIGHT. Watch for: shoulder shrug, trunk lateral shift, cervical rotation substitution. Pressure: 0/10 (active).
What equipment is needed for Cervical Lateral Flexion L/R?
Cervical Lateral Flexion L/R requires Assessment Kit. It is categorized as a Range of Motion assessment test.
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Cervical Axial Rotation L/R
Cervical Flexion/Extension
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Mid-Cervical Lateral Flexion
Mid-Cervical Lateral Flexion
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