Friday, November 14, 2008

Range Of Motion (ROM)

*these exercises are specific for each body area*

Abduction: Adduction: Dorsiflextion: Rotation: Extension: Flexion: Pronation:
Supination:





Range Of Motion (ROM)

exercises puts the joint through its full arc of motion. the goal of "range of motion" exsercises is to decrease or prevent contractures,improve strength,and increase circulation. passive range of motion (PROM) exsersizes are used when clients or residents cannot move on their own.

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