Spinal and joint mobilization is a gentle, hands-on therapy technique used to improve the movement and function of stiff or painful joints, especially in the spine and limbs. Performed by trained professionals such as osteopaths, physiotherapists, or chiropractors, mobilization involves slow, controlled, and repetitive movements applied to a joint within its normal range of motion
Spinal and Joint Mobilization
Spinal and joint mobilization is a manual therapy technique used by osteopaths, physiotherapists, chiropractors, and other healthcare professionals to restore normal movement and function in the joints, particularly those of the spine and extremities. It involves the therapist applying slow, repetitive, and controlled movements to a specific joint or spinal segment. Unlike manipulation, which often involves high-velocity thrusts and may result in a "crack" or popping sound, mobilization is a gentler technique performed within the joint's natural range of motion. The primary aim is to reduce stiffness, alleviate pain, and improve joint mobility without causing discomfort.
