Cervical Root Lesions

Definition:
An abnormal condition resulting from compression of spinal nerve roots in the neck region; involves neck pains and muscular weakness and paresthesia.
Purchase 2 Phases

Symptoms
  • Dermatomal pain, paresthesias, sensory loss
  • Neck pain
  • Muscle spasm in the neck
Causes
  • Chronic pressure on nerve root
  • Injury
  • Arthritis
  • Cancerous lesion
Treatment
  • ROM and stretching to neck
  • Postural program
  • Upper extremity strengthening
  • Soft tissue massage
Cervical Root Lesions Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Prone Cervical Rotation R L
  • Cervical Levator Scap Stretch
  • Foam Wedge In Flexion
  • Sitting Posture
  • Standing Posture
  • Prone Thoracic Extension
  • Neck Support For Pillow

Cervical Root Lesions Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Thoracic Stretch 1
  • Wall Slides
  • Chin Tucks
  • Neck Circuit
  • Curl Press
  • Push Up Hold Top
  • Hummers