Your Goal Is to Increase End-Range Elbow Flexion Using Joint-Mobilization

question 9

Multiple Choice

Your goal is to increase end-range elbow flexion using joint-mobilization techniques.Which of the following techniques is appropriate?

• A)Stabilize the distal humerus and apply a proximal glide of the ulna
• B)Apply a valgus stress at the elbow
• C)Stabilize the humerus and apply a dorsal glide to the head of the radius
• D)Stabilize the distal humerus and apply an ulnar (lateral) glide of the ulna

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