title: Examination of the neck.
abstract: Examination of the neck aims to establish a pattern of abnormality rather than any specific pathology. As with most musculoskeletal disorders, diagnosis is assisted by careful documentation of the clinical history. The examination also should include the shoulder girdles and arms because of their functional relationship.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D009068:Movement; D009333:Neck; D009460:Neurologic Examination; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods