title: Joint mobilization principles. Considerations for use in the child with central nervous system dysfunction.
abstract: The purpose of this article is to explore the use of mobilization in the treatment of capsular dysfunction of the shoulder joint in children with central nervous system dysfunction. A review of functional anatomy and of normal and abnormal development of the shoulder is presented. Basic mobilization principles and application of joint mobilization techniques to children with long-standing shoulder hypomobility and spasticity are discussed. Research to determine the benefits and risks of mobilization of joints in children with spasticity is recommended.
mesh_terms: D002493:Central Nervous System Diseases / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D002648:Child; D005081:Exercise Therapy; D006801:Humans; D007592:Joint Diseases / Q000534:rehabilitation; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities / Q000379:methods*; D012785:Shoulder Joint / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000502:physiology / Q000503:physiopathology*