Cervical Self-Distraction | Purpose, Demonstration, & Dosing

The video tutorial discusses cervical self distraction for neck pain with radiculopathy. It highlights a study comparing exercise alone, exercise with overdoor traction, and exercise with mechanical traction, showing the latter as most effective. The tutorial provides a detailed technique for self distraction, emphasizing the use of the non-dominant arm for better range of motion. It also covers precautions, such as ensuring the jaw is closed during the exercise, and advises terminating the exercise if symptoms worsen. The recommended duration is 30-60 seconds, followed by therapeutic exercises.

Explain the technique of gripping under the inferior nuchal line during cervical self distraction.

How does the non-dominant arm contribute to the cervical self distraction technique?

What is the recommended duration for holding the cervical self distraction?