Pathological (abnormal) End-Feels to PROM

Question 1

Occurs sooner or later in the ROM than is usual or occurs in a joint that normally has a firm or hard end-feel; feels boggy.

Answer 1

Soft

Question 2

Occurs sooner or later in the ROM than is usual or occurs in a joint that normally has a soft or hard end-feel.

Answer 2

Firm

Question 3

Occurs sooner or later in the ROM than is usual or occurs in a joint that normally has a soft or firm end-feel; feels like a bony block.

Answer 3

Hard

Question 4

Joint motion is stopped by involuntary or voluntary muscle contraction.

Answer 4

Spasm

Question 5

Has no real end-feel because end of ROM is never reached owing to pain; no resistance felt except for patient’s protective muscle splinting or muscle spasm.

Answer 5

Empty