Status:
UNKNOWN
Effect of Orthopedic Blocking on Cervical Spine Flexion and Extension Strength
Lead Sponsor:
Logan College of Chiropractic
Conditions:
Sacroiliac Function
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-30 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
A few studies concerning the effects of joint manipulation have shown muscle responses distal to the site of manipulation. The purpose of this study is to determine if pelvic orthopedic blocking, a lo...
Detailed Description
All mechanoreceptor types are found in diarthrodial joints. Mechanoreceptor afferents have reflexive connections to motor neurons. Stimulation of muscle and joint afferents are known to produce reflex...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Logan faculty, students, or staff 18-30 years of age with a leg-length inequality of 5mm or more.
Exclusion
- Fractures
- Tumors
- Myopathies
- Consumption of prescription drugs that affect nervous system function
- Recent cervical spine injuries or surgeries
- Cervical pain
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
September 1 2008
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
October 1 2008
Estimated Enrollment :
30 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00758888
Start Date
September 1 2008
End Date
October 1 2008
Last Update
July 24 2009
Active Locations (1)
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Logan College of Chiropractic
Chesterfield, Missouri, United States, 63006