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Range of Motion
Chapter 8 - A & P Lecture
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is range of motion (ROM)? | the amount of mobility demonstrated at a given joint |
| what is active range of motion? | the amount of movement accomplished by muscle contraction |
| what is passive range of motion? | the amount of movement accomplished by an outside force |
| what factor influence both active and passive range of motion? | shape of joint surfaces, condition of the cartilage, strength and position of ligaments & tendons, amount of surrounding muscle/fat, amount of fluid in the joint, level of pain, how much joint is/isn't used |
| what is a dislocation (luxation)? | occurs when articulating surfaces are moved out of proper alignment |
| what is a subluxation? | partial dislocation |
| what is a sprain? | damaged ligament that may be stretched or completely torn |