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[Cervicocephalic relocation test: a study of performance stability]
N Pinsault1, J Vaillant, G Virone
1Centre de recherche et d'innovation en kinésiologie, kinésiopathologie et kinésithérapie (CRIK3), école de kinésithérapie du CHU de Grenoble, institut universitaire professionnalisé en ingénierie de la santé, BP 217, 38049 Grenoble cedex 09, France.
Summary
The cervicocephalic relocation test (CRT) demonstrates high reliability for assessing head and neck proprioception in young adults. This test is a promising tool for measuring cervicocephalic performance stability.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Biomechanics
- Kinesiology
Background:
- Head and neck proprioception is crucial for motor control.
- Reliable assessment tools are needed to evaluate proprioceptive function.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the test-retest reliability of the cervicocephalic relocation test (CRT).
Main Methods:
- Thirteen healthy young adults performed the CRT.
- Measurements were taken approximately 1 hour apart.
- Participants completed 20 relocations to a neutral position after active head movements.
Main Results:
- The mean error rates were 3.2° ± 1.1° (Trial 1) and 2.9° ± 0.9° (Trial 2).
- Intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) was 0.81.
- Standard error of measurement (SEM) was 0.90°.
Conclusions:
- The CRT exhibits reliable performance stability in healthy young adults.
- CRT is a promising tool for assessing head and neck proprioception.
