PROM Flashcards
1
Q
What are the indications to do PROM?
A
Oxford scale 0-1
Coma
Paralysis
Patient can’t move a body part alone
2
Q
What are the three types of PROM?
A
Manual relaxed - another person
Auto relaxed - patient
Mechanical relaxed - machine
3
Q
What are the effects of PROM?
A
Maintain ROM Prevent contractures Increase venous return Increase synovial fluid production Increase awareness of limb Maintain functional movement patterns Decrease pain
4
Q
What are the contraindications for PROM?
A
Post injury Early fractures Pain Hypermobile joints Damaged circulation
