Thoracic

Noticable rib humping when flexed forward. Classic for: Scoliosis.

Chest expansion <6 cm when comparing inhalation to exhalation measurements. Classic for: Unilateral lung pathology or Ankylosing Spondylitis.

Differentiate visceral (produces no pain) from musculoskeletal problem (pain reproduced) in Thoracic region.

Differentiate neuritis (pain toward side of lateral flexion) from intercostal strain (pain on contralateral side of lateral flexion).

Reproduction of symptoms. Classic for: Identifying potential thoracic compression fracture.

Structural kyphosis with limited movement/change versus functional kyphosis that would have extension and mobility.