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Range of Motion
Term | Definition |
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Abduction | moving a body part away from the midline |
Adduction | moving a body part toward the midline |
Opposition | touching an opposite finger with the thumb |
Flexion | bending a body part |
Extension | straightening a body part |
Hyperextension | excessive straightening of a body part |
Dorsiflexion | bending the toes and foot up at the ankle |
Plantar Flexion | bending the foot down at the ankle |
Rotation | turning a joint |
Internal Rotation | turning the joint inward |
External Rotation | turning the joint outward |
Pronate | turning the joint downward |
Supinate | turning the joint upward |
Active Range of Motion AROM | done by the patient |
Passive Range of Motion PROM | healthcare worker moves the joint |
Active Assistive Range of Motion AAROM | done by the patient with help from a healthcare worker |