Joint mobilization is a manual (hands on) physical therapy approach that involves the forceful, directed application of pressure to the joint. Typically, the physical therapist will provide stabilization to one area of the joint while applying force to another area of the joint.

Accessory Movement - Accessory or joint play movements are joint movements which cannot be performed by the individual. These movements include roll, spin and slide which accompany physiological movements of a joint.

Joint approximation is another term for light joint compression. used in hypertonic muscl to suppress tone. Slow stroking: The tone is inhibited by gently pressing on the posterior rami slowly and firmly. After three to five minutes, the patient is allowed to relax.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation and swelling in the joints. Although medications may be necessary to help slow the progression of the disease, self-management strategies such as physical therapy can help alleviate the symptoms and improve quality of life.