During an engagement method, the structure is moved in which direction relative to motion loss?

• A. In the same direction as motion loss
• B. In the opposite direction to motion loss
• C. Perpendicular to motion loss
• D. Random direction

Answer: (B)

In an engagement method, the idea is to guide the structure against the restrictive barrier by moving in the direction opposite to where motion is lost. This opposite-direction vector takes up slack in the restricted tissues and membranes, allowing the barrier to release and the overall cranial motion to normalize. Pushing in the direction of the motion loss would deepen the restriction and make release less likely, while moving perpendicular or at random directions doesn’t specifically target the barrier and is less effective for restoring symmetry and rhythm.