Range of Motion Exercises Overview

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What is the primary purpose of applying AROM techniques as described in the text?

To assess the patient's current level of active motion
To strengthen the muscles by requiring the patient to actively move the limb
To passively move the limb through its full range of motion
To demonstrate the full range of motion available to the patient (correct)

When is assistance most likely to be required during AROM exercises?

Assistance is never required during AROM exercises
Whenever the patient is unable to complete the full range of motion
At the beginning and end of the range of motion (correct)
Only when the patient experiences pain

Which of the following is a benefit of using PROM techniques as described in the text?

Increased muscle strength
Faster recovery time from injury or surgery
Maintenance of joint range of motion (correct)
Improved patient engagement and motivation

Which of the following upper extremity movements is NOT described in the text?

Forearm pronation and supination (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of performing PROM exercises in the side-lying or prone position, as described in the text?

To increase the range of motion available for shoulder extension (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the hand placement and procedure described for shoulder abduction and adduction exercises?

To allow the therapist to better control the direction and speed of the movement (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of self-assisted range of motion (S-AROM) exercises?

To improve joint mobility and prevent stiffness (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a technique for self-assisted range of motion exercises?

Engaging in weightlifting exercises (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of performing passive range of motion (PROM) exercises?

To maintain joint mobility and prevent stiffness (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following techniques is described for performing passive range of motion for the shoulder joint?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

When might passive range of motion (PROM) exercises be contraindicated?

In cases of acute joint inflammation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the technique described as 'pushing both of the patient's knees laterally in one direction until the pelvis on the opposite side comes up off the treatment table'?

To increase spinal mobility (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following techniques is used to assist the patient in performing active range of motion (ROM) exercises?

Overhead pulleys (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential benefit of using passive range of motion (PROM) exercises?

Providing objective reinforcement and motivation (B) Signup and view all the answers

When might passive range of motion (PROM) exercises be indicated?

To increase joint mobility in an immobilized or paralyzed limb (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is another potential use for passive range of motion (PROM) exercises?

Providing a slight distraction force to the glenohumeral joint (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following techniques is used to facilitate active range of motion (ROM) exercises for the upper extremity?

Elbow flexion-extension (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following techniques aims to reduce the resistance of gravity or friction during range of motion exercises?

Skateboard or powder board (B) Signup and view all the answers