Immediate and delayed effect of neural mobilization on hand grip strength and neural complacency of upper limb: a randomized controlled trial

Abstract

Introduction: The neural mobilization has been used clinically to restore and optimize tissue function. Objectives: To analyze the immediate and late effects of neural mobilization techniques on grip strength and neural complacency. Methods: Twenty- seven subjects were randomized into three groups (G1: mobilization of the median nerve, G2: mobilization of the radial nerve, and G3: mobilization of the ulnar nerve). Handgrip values and neural complacency were recorded at baseline, 24 and 48 hours after the technique. Results: G1 difference from baseline (p <0.05) in delayed effect for strength, and G1 and G2 showed improved neural compliance in the immediate effect. There was no difference between groups. Conclusions: Neural mobilization of the median nerve provides the best results for grip strength. However, there was no evidence to suggest the optimization of several variables from the single nerve mobilization.