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Work history (What was the patient’s employment? What was the job description? Does the patient plan to return to work? ) Review of systems Ask about the patient’s pain in detail, including pain score, quality, duration, characteristics, aggravating factors, and alleviating factors. Diagnostic test results Since rehabilitation patients usually have been hospitalized prior to the rehabilitation admission, be sure to include any tests that have been done to date, as well as the results. Physical examination Special attention should be paid to the patient’s skin, evaluating for possible skin breakdown.

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CERVICAL SPONDYLOSIS Management Physical therapy of the cervical spine and surrounding musculature is the mainstay of conservative treatment for patients with cervical spondylosis. Modalities including electric stimulation, ultrasound, and heat frequently provide symptomatic relief and restore motion, allowing normal movement and exercise. Mechanical or manual traction is a widely used technique. The use of cervical exercises has been advocated in patients with cervical spondylosis. Isometric exercises often are beneficial to maintain strength of the neck muscles.

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