Neurophysiological mechanism of mobilisation

For this blog I'd like to explore the findings of several research papers exploring the effects of mobilisation on the spine. Let's explore the research investigating the local and systemic impact of mobilisation, as well as the different elements of dosage. 

To use a different style of writing though.... this blog is in the format of an annotated bibliography. An annotated bibliography is a summary of a research paper that provides a critical review, identifies how it is applicable to current knowledge base, provides a description of the paper's purpose, study design and other important elements and gives an opinion on why it is valuable to know about. 

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Chain reaction - the neurophysiological mechanism of manual therapy

Why is it important to understand the neurophysiology effects of manual therapy? Because we are interested in the elements that determine success of treatment: to ensure that the most appropriate treatment modality is selected for the problem and client, and to enhance the therapist' ability to identify those suitable and likely to respond favourably to treatment.

But do we actually know how it all works?

This blog explores the proposed neurophysiological mechanisms involved in the processing of mechanical stimulation in manual therapy that results in a positive effect. 

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