Steps to Complete Functional ROM

Terms to Know:

• Active Range of Motion (AROM): motion created by one’s own force

• Active Assisted Range of Motion (AAROM): some portion of motion is created by outside force OR partial force is externally applied throughout movement

• Evaluation of ROM: amount of motion for a given joint in a specific plane can be described verbally or in terms of actual degrees

• Within Functional Limits (WFL): implies that individual has adequate ROM for completing routine daily tasks (without measuring)

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How to Administer:

1. Tell and show client what you want them to do (do not use terms like “flex, extend, abduct, etc.”)

2. Observe client’s AROM through movements

3. Functional AROM screening = 

Shoulder Flexion

Shoulder External Rotation

Shoulder Internal Rotation

Shoulder Abduction

Elbow Flexion

Elbow Extension

Supination

Pronation

Wrist Flexion

Wrist Extension

Finger Opposition

Digit Flexion and Extension