ROM and muscle strength assessment Flashcards
1
Q
3 main contraindications for PROM/AROM assessment.
A
- In the area of a dislocation or unhealed fracture
- ROM may disturb the healing process
- Suspected ectopic (abnormal) ossification (without clearance)
2
Q
What is passive insufficiency?
A
When the lengthening/stretch of a 2 joint muscle limits ROM
3
Q
What is active insufficiency?
A
When the shortening of a 2 joint muscle limits ROM
4
Q
Normal AROM for knee flexion?
A
135
5
Q
Normal AROM for knee rotation?
A
40-58 from medial to lateral (full range)
6
Q
Normal AROM for elbow flexion?
A
150
7
Q
Normal AROM for supination/pronation?
A
80 (from neutral)
