2.2 Range of Motion

Question 1

These factors contribute to decreased what?
- systemic, joint, neurological, or muscular diseases
- surgical or traumatic insults
- inactivity or immobilization

Answer 1

Decreased ROM

Question 2

What is the ROM in which the movement of a segment within the unrestricted ROM is produced entirely by an external force

Answer 2

Passive ROM (PROM)

Question 3

What is the ROM in which the movement of a segment within the unrestricted ROM is produced by active contraction of the muscles crossing that joint

Answer 3

Active ROM (AROM)

Question 4

What is the ROM in which assistance is provided manually or mechanically by an outside force because the prime mover muscles need assistance to complete the motion

Answer 4

Active-assistive ROM (A-AROM)

Question 5

Which ROM are these indications of? (PROM, ARROM or AROM)
- Acute, inflammed tissue
- Active movement contraindicated or impossible

Answer 5

PROM

Question 6

Which type of ROM are these indications of? (PROM, AAROM or AROM)
- When pt can assist
- Weak muscles
- Joint surrounding immobilized area

Answer 6

AAROM & AROM

Question 7

Which ROM are these goals for? (PROM, AAROM or AROM)
- Maintain mobility (not increase)
- Inhibit pain, increase kinesthetic awareness

Answer 7

PROM

Question 8

Which ROM are these goals of? (PROM, AAROM or AROM)
- Increase circulation
- Decrease risk of thrombus
- Sensory feedback
- Functional Activities

Answer 8

AAROM & AROM