Joint Mobility Assessment: AROM and Physiological Movements
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Joint Mobility Assessment: AROM and Physiological Movements

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What does the AROM assessment provide information about?

  • only coordination and motivation
  • only articular surfaces
  • only muscles, nerves, and tendons
  • articular surfaces, muscles, nerves, tendons, and coordination (correct)
  • What happens if pain appears during the AROM assessment?

  • It can indicate a problem with contraction, stretching, or pinching (correct)
  • It indicates a problem with coordination
  • It indicates a problem with contractile components only
  • It indicates a problem with non-contractile components only
  • What is the difference between AROM and PROM?

  • AROM relies on force and coordination while PROM does not (correct)
  • PROM only assesses articular surfaces while AROM assesses all components
  • AROM is passive while PROM is active
  • PROM is slightly greater than AROM
  • What is one of the factors that influence the range of motion?

    <p>Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does gender affect the range of motion?

    <p>Women have a higher range of motion due to increased connective tissue laxity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does age affect the range of motion in children?

    <p>Children under 2 years have a higher range of motion than adults</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of sclerosis on the range of motion?

    <p>It varies depending on the joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between contractile and non-contractile components?

    <p>Contractile components are muscles and tendons, while non-contractile components are articular surfaces and ligaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a goniometer in physical assessment?

    <p>To measure the angle of a corporal segment related to another through a particular joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for the examiner to know before performing goniometry?

    <p>The subject position, required stabilization, and physiological final sensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of goniometry is used to measure movements?

    <p>Dynamic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a precaution to take when using a compass with an inclinometer?

    <p>Ask for a pacemaker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a visual inspection of the movement?

    <p>To assess the quality of movement and how it is performed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of goniometer is used in research and requires accurate calibrations and subject positioning?

    <p>Electronic Goniometer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is not recommended when using an inclinometer?

    <p>Measuring small joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of establishing a logical sequence in goniometry?

    <p>To prepare the required materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct placement of the proximal-fixed arm during goniometer alignment?

    <p>Parallel to the longitudinal axis of the proximal segment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is visual estimation important during goniometer alignment?

    <p>It increases the accuracy of the measurement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the fulcrum in a goniometer?

    <p>To provide a fixed point for the distal arm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct notation for recording goniometer measurements?

    <p>X/0/Y system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the functional angle in goniometer measurement?

    <p>The minimum range of motion required for joint functioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of contours outlining in goniometer measurement?

    <p>To measure small joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to perform bilateral measurements using a goniometer?

    <p>Do not accompany ROM with bilateral measurements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a measuring tape and ruler in goniometry?

    <p>To measure distances and perimeters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Goniometer Alignment and Placement

    • Consists of potentiometer, fixed arm, and mobile arm
    • Bony references must be precisely located for accurate alignment
    • Proximal (fixed) arm: parallel to longitudinal axis of proximal segment
    • Distal (mobile) arm: parallel to longitudinal axis of distal segment
    • Fulcrum placement: on the movement axis of the assessed joint

    Measurement and Recording

    • Results recorded in X/0/Y system:
      • X: Flexion, Abduction, External Rotation, Supination
      • 0: Neutral position (reference)
      • Y: Extension, Adduction, Internal Rotation, Pronation
    • Effective angle: possible range of motion (angle) in each measurement
    • Functional angle: minimum range of motion (angle) required for joint functioning

    Other Measurement Devices

    • Measuring Tape and Ruler: measures distances and perimeters, requires bony or cutaneous references
    • Contours outlining: for measuring small joints

    Joint Mobility Assessment (JMA)

    • AROM (Active Range of Movement): provides information about articular surfaces, muscles, nerves, tendons, and coordination
    • PROM (Passive Range of Movement): slightly greater than AROM, provides information about articular surfaces
    • ROM influencing factors: age, position, gender, experience, BMI, day time, physical activity habits, warm up, professional occupation, leisure activities

    Goniometry

    • Measurement of a corporal segment related to another through a particular joint using graded devices
    • Examiner must know: subject position, required stabilisation, physiological final sensation
    • Procedure: bony prominences location, appropriate alignment/posture stabilisation, device proper alignment, segment displacement and end stop, device interpretation, right data registration

    Inclinometer

    • Gravity-dependent device comprising angle conveyor, pendulum needle (frontal + sagittal planes), and magnetic compass (horizontal plane)
    • Placed upon the distal segment
    • Not recommended for small joints, deformities, and swollen areas
    • Precautions to take using a compass: ask for pacemaker

    Electronic Goniometer

    • Used in research, appropriate for dynamic measurements
    • Requires accurate calibrations and subject positioning

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    Description

    This quiz assesses knowledge of joint mobility evaluation using Active Range of Movement (AROM) method, covering articular surfaces, muscles, nerves, and coordination. It also explores the physiological movements and reactions to pain during motion.

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