however, a review focused on neural mobilization for CTS concluded that the evidence for the effects of nerve gliding neurodynamic exercises is not clear. The authors of this review concluded that the neurodynamic techniques may be effective in a specific population of subjects with CTS, particularly in those with lower hyperexcitability of the central nervous system. This hypothesis was partially supported by a study where central sensitization was not present in women with CTS who are likely to achieve a successful outcome with physical therapy including soft tissue mobilization and a passive nerve slider neurodynamic technique targeted to the median nerve.