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Question 1

If AROM is normal what does its suggest?

Answer 1

contractile structures (muscles, tendons) and non-contractile structures (joint capsule, ligaments, cartilage) are functioning properly without restriction or pain.

Question 2

If AAROM and PROM is limited what does it mean?

Answer 2

If PROM is also limited, it suggests a restriction in non-contractile structures (e.g., joint capsule tightness, ligament restriction, bony block, or joint stiffness).

Question 3

If AAROM is limited but you then test PROM and it’s normal, what does that mean ?

Answer 3

If PROM is normal, but AAROM was restricted, it suggests an issue with contractile structures (e.g., muscle weakness, tendon dysfunction, or pain-related inhibition).