AROM Flashcards
1
Q
Indications for AROM?
A
Oxford scale 3-4
2
Q
What is active exercise?
A
Patient carries it out themselves
No assistance or resistance
Voluntary contraction of muscles
Unrestricted range of joint
3
Q
What are the types of active exercise?
A
Rhythmical Pendular Single patterned - PNF Short/long levers Open/closed chain (open, distal part is free and close is weight bearing)
4
Q
Limitations to AROM
A
For strong muscles - does not maintain or increase strength
Does not develop skill or coordination
5
Q
Effects of AROM?
A
Increase c/r efficiency Increase protein synthesis Increase joint nutrition Decrease pain Increase stability Relax muscles Increase patient confidence
6
Q
What do you need to consider?
A
Starting position Patient specific Duration - reps and sets Speed of exercise Fatigue Rest periods
7
Q
What is including when planning a programme?
A
Holistic Prioritise pain relief before strengthening Involve patient SMART varied Make easy then progress harder Contraindications Consider type of exercise Observe patient doing it Correct performance Praise correct technique Adapt tonne environment
8
Q
What are the stages of motor learning?
A
Cognitive - know what to do and why
Associative - refining movement based on feedback
Autonomous - can consistently perform the movement well
9
Q
How do you motivate your patient?
A
Involve them Make goals Avoid long boring exercises Encouragement Set number of reps Use music and voice effectively Show patient improvements
10
Q
Other benefits to AROM?
A
Decrease weight Decrease stress Increase balance Decrease risk of osteoporosis Increase relaxation Increase muscle tone Increase CR function
