ROM & Function

Question 1

What is the PT & OT goal?

Answer 1

To restore or optimize function & independence

So they can function in society

Question 2

What can affect joint mobility?

Answer 2

Muscle

Age

Injury

Question 3

What are causes of decreased mobility?

Answer 3

Poor joint structure (stiff, not lubricated)

Tight ligaments

Question 4

What is the ‘Modified Disablement Model’?

Answer 4

It focuses on health, not disability

Body, Activity, & Participation

Question 5

What are the 3 different kinds of ROM?

Answer 5

ACTIVE (AROM):-
Client moves independently
-Strength

ACTIVE ASSISTED (AAROM):-
Client moves with help
-Strength

PASSIVE (PROM):-
Someone else does the work
-Maintenance

Question 6

What are the goals & benefits of ‘Active’ exercise?

Answer 6

• Maintain or increase muscle
• Joint mobility
• Joint circulation
• Pain relief

ABLE TO PARTICIPATE EVEN IF ACTION IS LIMITED!!!!