Upper Limb Neural Tissue Extensibility in Apparently Asymptomatic Professional Computer users

Introduction: Assessment of peripheral nerve disorders can be classified into clinical tests such nerve conduction test, performed to examine nerve functions and Neural Tissue Tension Tests designed to find out increased mechanosensitivity of the nerve being tested. Upper Limb Neural Tissue Tension Tests (ULTT) is a good tool for assessment of early affection of the neural tissue. Purpose of Study: Maintenance of prolonged posture with relatively similar upper extremity activities provoke reduced mobility in Nerve tissue. Presence of abnormal neural tension in asymptomatic population may be an early marker of impending radiculopathy during degenerative changes of the spine in the later stages of life. Identification of these symptoms and correction of the adverse tension in the early stages may serve as a prophylaxis for the later course of life. Aim of study: To observe the extensibility of Nerve tissue mobility of upper limb peripheral nerves in professional computer users. Methodology: ULTT were performed in the individuals of age 20-30 years using computers for at least about 8 hours per day on both dominant and non dominant hand. The sensitivity and type of symptoms provoked with the tests were observed and analyzed. Conclusion: Abnormal posture leads to abnormal neural tissue mobility. Hence stretching the neural tissue at appropriate age may be precautionary for future problems.