Median Nerve Glides EXPLAINED

The video tutorial explains the median nerve glide, a technique used for patients with adverse neurodynamics, post-concussion syndrome, and other conditions affecting the median nerve. It provides step-by-step instructions for performing the glide in two forms, emphasizing the importance of oscillating between two positions. Dosage recommendations and the importance of retesting are also discussed.

Which of the following conditions might benefit from a median nerve glide?

• Asthma

• Diabetes

• Adverse neurodynamics

• Hypertension

What is the initial position for the first form of the median nerve glide?

• Shoulder extended, elbow straight, palm facing downward

• Shoulder adducted, elbow bent, palm facing down

• Shoulder flexed, elbow bent, palm facing inward

• Shoulder abducted, elbow straight, palm facing upward

During the first form of the median nerve glide, what should you do simultaneously?

• Extend the wrist and tilt the head towards the hand

• Flex the wrist and tilt the head towards the hand

• Extend the wrist and tilt the head away from the hand

• Flex the wrist and tilt the head away from the hand

In the second form of the median nerve glide, where does the movement primarily occur?

• At the wrist

• At the shoulder

• At the elbow

• At the hip

What is the recommended approach after performing median nerve glides?

• Perform a different exercise

• Retest with the median nerve tension test

• Consult a physician immediately

• Ignore any changes