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Test Positioning

Using bony landmarks and proper positioning is necessary when measuring a client's ROM.
Here are 5 reason why:

Bony landmarks and positioning are important in order to make sure you are getting a clear, appropriate, and accurate measurement that could be replicated by another therapist if they had to step in to treat your client.

Using proper bony landmarks is our main guide when measuring ROM. Being able to identify and use bony landmarks ensures we are measuring the correct body structure.

Test positions that can help the therapist get a clear measurement include putting your client in a gravity eliminating position. This position takes away resistance for an individual that does not have the strength to move against gravity on their own.

Test positions also help the client use their strength safely and comfortably, while also using the appropriate muscles during the examination and measurement process.

Lastly, test positions can help eliminate compensation. Sometimes, clients might try to move other body structures in order to increase and compensate for their weakness in a particular area, resulting in a possible increase in ROM and strength.

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