Active range of motion definition
Active range of motion means exercises performed by the client to maintain their joint function to the joint's optimal range. Exerci- ses may be performed with the assistance of cueing or reminders by caregivers. A formal, active range of motion program needs to be first established by a qualified registered nurse or therapist. Range of mo- tion may be self-directed based upon an occupational or physical therapist assessment and continued without occupational or physical therapist supervision.
Active range of motion means independent exercises per- formed by an individual to restore or maintain their joint function to its optimal range (may require cuing or reminders by an agency work- er).
Active range of motion means independent exer- cises performed by an individual to restore or maintain their joint function to its optimal range (may require cuing or reminders by an agency worker).
Examples of Active range of motion in a sentence
Report on: Distribution of pain, tenderness, sensory or motor loss; Intensity and symmetry of deep tendon reflexes; Active range of motion; Straight-leg raising (seated and supine); and ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ Test (cervical spine) results.