Great discussion on differentiation in disc pathologies and presentations. Please view this week along with the condition script for acute disc herniation. By Jim Meadows

The condition scripts highlight the key subjective and objective information used to create your initial hypothesis. These are the typical presentations for each condition and work well with non complex cases. 2-3 focused questions and the 2 tests are used to rule in the diagnosis. Id

Cervico-Thoracic Junction Assessment:  Upper Thoracic biomechanical assessment by Fellow in Training Renee Johnson PT, COMT. Starting with head rotation assess the ability of T1 to transverse glide contralaterally (e.g. R head rotation = L translation). Next, assess the 1st rib, it sh