ArticleThe Journal of manual & manipulative therapy2021
A guide to cranial nerve testing for musculoskeletal clinicians.
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19 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
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- Recognition of a patient with neck autonomic dysfunction: findings from a rare case report of harlequin syndrome in direct access physiotherapy.The Journal of manual & manipulative therapy · 2024Article
- Physiotherapy Screening for Referral of a Patient with Peripheral Arterial Disease Masquerading as Sciatica: A Case Report.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Recognition of Prodromal Hypoglossal Nerve Palsy Presenting with Neck Pain as Primary Complaint: Findings from a Rare Case Report in Direct Access Physiotherapy during the COVID-19 Pandemic.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Physiotherapy Screening for Referral of a Patient with Patent Foramen Ovale Presenting with Neck Pain as Primary Complaint: A Case Report.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Pre-manipulative cervical spine testing and sustained rotation do not influence intracranial hemodynamics: an observational study with transcranial Doppler ultrasound.The Journal of manual & manipulative therapy · 2023Observational
- Speech and Nonspeech Parameters in the Clinical Assessment of Dysarthria: A Dimensional Analysis.Brain sciences · 2023Article
- Intracranial Epidermoid Cyst Mimics Musculoskeletal Shoulder Disease: Findings from a Case Report in Physiotherapy Clinical Practice.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Article
- Knowledge, beliefs, and attitudes of spinal manipulation: a cross-sectional survey of Italian physiotherapists.Chiropractic & manual therapies · 2022Article
- Physical Performance Tests in Adult Neck Pain Patients with and without Clinical Myelopathic Signs: A Matched Case-Control Study.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Article
- Assessing cardiovascular parameters and risk factors in physical therapy practice: findings from a cross-sectional national survey and implication for clinical practice.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2022Article
- Prevalence and Associated Factors of Clinical Myelopathy Signs in Smartphone-Using University Students with Neck Pain.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Article
- Use of Soft Cervical Collar among Whiplash Patients in Two Italian Emergency Departments Is Associated with Persistence of Symptoms: A Propensity Score Matching Analysis.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2021Article
- Assessing Cranial Nerves in Physical Therapy Practice: Findings from a Cross-Sectional Survey and Implication for Clinical Practice.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2021Article
- A guide to identify cervical autonomic dysfunctions (and associated conditions) in patients with musculoskeletal disorders in physical therapy practice.Brazilian journal of physical therapyReview
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Abstract
backgroundNeurological examination in musculoskeletal practice is a key element of safe and appropriate orthopedic clinical practice. With physiotherapists currently positioning themselves as advanced first line practitioners, it is essential that those who treat patients who present with neck/head/orofacial pain and associated symptoms, should have an index of suspicion of cranial nerve (CN) dysfunction. They should be able to examine and determine if CN dysfunction is present, and make appropriate clinical decisions based upon those findings.
methodsThis paper summarizes the functions, potential impairments of the nerves, associated conditions, and basic skills involved in cranial nerve examination.
resultsA summary of cranial nerve examination is provided, which is based on the function of the nerves, This is intended to facilitate clinicians to feel more confident at understanding neural function/impairment, as well as performing and interpreting the examination.
conclusionThis paper illustrates that CN testing can be performed quickly, efficiently and without the need for complicated or potentially unavailable equipment. An understanding of the CN's function and potential reasons for impairment is likely to increase the frequency of CN testing in orthopedic clinical practice and referral if positive findings are encountered.
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