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Uses of Kaltenborn
Term | Definition |
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Grade 1 | A distraction force used with all gliding motions; also used for pain |
Grade 2 | Distraction applied to assess joint reaction; this reaction indicated either increased of decreased distraction: Gentle grade 2 is used intermittently to inhibit pain; used to maintain joint play when ROM is not allowed |
Grade 3 | Distractions and glides are used to stretch the joint structures to increase joint play |