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Mobilization

Passive, graded movement of a joint without a thrust.

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Definition

Mobilization is often graded by amplitude and where in the range it is applied. Some literature calls it non-thrust manipulation.

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Topics that use it

Manual therapySpinal manipulationA high-velocity, low-amplitude thrust applied to a spinal joint.
Manual therapyJoint mobilizationGraded, passive movement of a joint within or at the limit of its range, without a thrust.

Thrust manipulation

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