Distractors
Massage is contraindicated if a cervical disc herniation is present
Disc herniations are more common in the upper cervical region than lower
Pressing on the posterior cervical muscles pinches a nerve root against the disc
Key
It is not uncommon for a disc herniation to be present without any pain
Question
Which of the following statements is most accurate about intervertebral disc herniations in the cervical region?