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CMT Certified Manual Therapist VIP Practice Exam

CMT — The Certified Manual Therapist (CMT) credential is awarded by organizations such as the North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT) and affiliated IFOMPT bodies; the exam assesses competency in orthopedic manual physical therapy across spinal and extremity regions, including clinical reasoning, joint mobilization/manipulation, neurological screening, and evidence-based practice, typically consisting of 100–150 multiple-choice items with a 75% passing threshold.

54
Questions
120m
Time Limit
75.00%
To Pass
Question 1 of 54👑 VIP

A physical therapist is treating a 42-year-old patient with mechanical low back pain. During assessment, passive intervertebral motion testing (PIVM) at L4–L5 reveals a firm, non-painful end-feel with restricted range of motion into extension. According to Maitland's grading system, which mobilization grade would be MOST appropriate to begin treatment and restore mobility at this segment?

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