ROM Flashcards
1
Q
How to assess range of motion?
A
Goniometer
2
Q
Goal of maintain ROM
A
- preserve flexibility and mobility of the
joints - reduce stiffness/prevent or at least slow down the freezing of your joints
3
Q
Types of ROM exercise
A
Passive ROM
- Pendulum (shoulder exercise)
Active-assisted ROM
- pulley exercises, towel stretches
Active ROM
4
Q
Methods to maintain ROM
A
- ROM exercise/remedial activity
- positioning
- splintage
