1. Apply deep pressure with the fingers on both sides of the spine, just at the base of the skull. Used in fevers and for headaches. 2. Turn the head to either side as far as possible without inconveniencing the patient. Look for lesions. 3. Flex the head upon the chest. 4. Patient in reclining position. Rotate the head in one direction and the neck in the other. Reverse the movement. 5. Stretch the muscles of the neck by placing one hand under the chin and the other under the occiput and gradually pull the head toward you. |