Question

a chiropractor performs a series of tests on a 53-year-old patient with suspected cervical radiculopathy. positive spurling’s test, cervical distraction, upper limb tension test, and ipsilateral rotation <60° are noted. what is this combination called?
lower motor neuron signs
wainner’s cluster
jendrassik maneuver
shoulder abduction relief sign

Explanation:

This cluster of tests (positive Spurling's Test, cervical distraction, upper limb tension test, and ipsilateral rotation <60°) is a specific set of clinical findings used to identify cervical radiculopathy, known as Wainner's Cluster. The other options refer to unrelated neurological tests or signs: Lower Motor Neuron Signs involve weakness, atrophy, and reflex changes; Jendrassik Maneuver is used to reinforce reflexes; Shoulder Abduction Relief Sign is a single sign for radiculopathy, not a combination of these tests.

Answer:

B. Wainner's Cluster