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Range of Motion (ROM) refers to the extent of movement possible at a joint or muscle, varying from person to person. There are three types of ROM: Active Range of Motion (AROM), where you move a body part using your muscles; Passive Range of Motion (PROM), where movement is assisted by an external force; and Active-Assistive Range of Motion (AAROM), where you partially move a body part with some help to prevent injury.

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Lec ROM Assessment (1).Ppt Practical

Range of Motion (ROM) refers to the extent of movement possible at a joint or muscle, varying from person to person. There are three types of ROM: Active Range of Motion (AROM), where you move a body part using your muscles; Passive Range of Motion (PROM), where movement is assisted by an external force; and Active-Assistive Range of Motion (AAROM), where you partially move a body part with some help to prevent injury.

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RANGE OF MOTION

RANGE OF MOTION (ROM)

Range of Motion (ROM) is the capability of a joint to go through its


complete spectrum of movements, or refers to how far you can move or
stretch a part of your body, such as a joint or a muscle. It’s different for
each of us.
For example, some people can do complete splits, but others can’t their
joints aren’t loose and their muscles won’t lengthen as far.
You can improve your physical well-being and avoid injury if you’re aware
of your ROM. ‌
TYPES OF ROM
1) Active Range of Motion (AROM).
This is the range in which you move a part of your body by
using your muscles. You make the effort without outside help.
For example, lifting your arms above your head to stretch the
muscles happens within your active range of motion.

2) Passive Range of Motion (PROM).


This is the range in which a part of your body can move when
someone or something is creating the movement, such as a
physical therapist. You are not the one engaging the muscles
you would normally use to start the movement and do the
work.

3) Active-Assistive Range of Motion (AAROM).


It occurs when you are able to move your injured body part,
but you may require some help to move to ensure further
injury or damage does not occur. The assistance that helps
move your body.

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