Range of Motion Assessment Concepts

Why is it important for a physical therapist to know a joint's normal range of motion?

• To restore normal movement

• To diagnose bone fractures

• To prescribe medication

• To perform surgery

Which of the following tools is commonly used to objectively measure range of motion?

• Stethoscope

• Inclinometer

• Reflex hammer

• Blood pressure cuff

What are the two main parts of a goniometer that are used to measure joint movement?

• Axis and scale

• Stationary arm and moving arm

• Protractor and ruler

• Pivot and lever

For which body area is a tape measure particularly useful for assessing range of motion, especially when bending down?

• Cervical spine

• Shoulder

• Lumbar spine

• Knee

What are the three typical categories of end feel when passively moving a joint to its end range of motion?

• Soft, Medium, Hard

• Firm, Hard, Soft

• Elastic, Plastic, Viscous

• Loose, Tight, Stiff

Which type of end feel is characterized by a sudden, hard stop, such as when the olecranon goes into the fossa during elbow extension?

• Firm end feel

• Hard end feel

• Soft end feel

• Empty end feel

If an elbow normally has a soft end feel during passive range of motion for flexion, but a hard end feel is observed, what does this indicate?

• It is a normal variation for some individuals.

• It indicates increased muscle strength.

• It suggests improved joint flexibility.

• It is an abnormal finding that requires further investigation.

What are the typical normal ranges of motion for cervical spine extension and rotation?

• Extension: 45 degrees, Rotation: 60 degrees

• Extension: 60 degrees, Rotation: 45 degrees

• Extension: 90 degrees, Rotation: 90 degrees

• Extension: 30 degrees, Rotation: 30 degrees

What is the normal range of motion for shoulder flexion?

• 90 degrees

• 120 degrees

• 180 degrees

• 200 degrees

Why is full knee extension important for daily activities like walking?

• It allows for greater speed during running.

• It is crucial for normal walking and carrying out a full stride.

• It helps in absorbing shock during jumping.

• It is primarily important for sitting comfortably.