Range of Motion Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two types of range of motion
A
- Full motion of a joint thru all planes
- Muscular ROM (functional excursion)
2
Q
Assessment of range of motion thru angle measurements
A
Goniometry
3
Q
When using a goniometer, what two things help with assessment of ROM
A
- Compare w unaffected joint
- Repetitive measurements
4
Q
What do repetitive measurements of a goniometer evaluate
A
Evaluates therapy effectiveness or deterioration
5
Q
What 6 joints can be assessed with a goniometer
A
- Carpus
- Elbow
- Shoulder
- Tarsus
- Stifle
- Hip
6
Q
What two areas do we evaluate muscle mass/ girth measurement
A
Limbs and Abdomen
7
Q
What does abdominal girth assess
A
Weight loss or gain
8
Q
What does limb girth assess
A
Limb use and strength (atrophy or enlargement)
9
Q
Two methods of measuring muscle mass as girth
A
- Zoonometric devices (gulick tape measurer
- Imaging
10
Q
Muscle atrophy from innervation
A
Nerves affecting tissue function
