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Speed Testing: Plate Tapping Test speed Jul 04, 2023

The Plate Tapping Test is a simple and quick assessment tool used to evaluate upper extremity function, particularly the speed and accuracy of hand movements. The test involves tapping two plates or buttons alternately with the dominant and non-dominant hand for a set amount of time. The test...

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Speed Testing: 10m Sprint speed Jul 04, 2023

The 10 m sprint test is a commonly used test in sports science and fitness testing. It measures the time taken for an individual to cover a distance of 10 meters from a standing start. The time taken to complete the sprint is recorded using electronic timing gates, which can accurately measure...

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Range of Motion: Wrist Flexion range of motion Jul 04, 2023

Procedure:

To test the wrist flexion range of motion with an inclinometer, follow these steps:

  1. Have the client adopt a seated position with their elbow tucked into their trunk and flexed at 90 degrees with their forearm pronated. This test can also be performed with the forearm supported if need...
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Range of Motion: Elbow Supination range of motion Jul 03, 2023

Procedure:

Testing elbow supination range of motion with an inclinometer typically involves the following steps:

  1. Start with the client either standing, or sitting upright at the edge of a chair or table. Ensure their elbow is tucked into the side of their trunk with 90 degrees of elbow flexion...
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Range of Motion: Elbow Pronation range of motion Jul 03, 2023

Procedure:

Testing elbow pronation range of motion with an inclinometer typically involves the following steps:

  1. Start with the client either standing, or sitting upright at the edge of a chair or table. Ensure their elbow is tucked into the side of their trunk with 90 degrees of elbow flexion...
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Range of Motion: Elbow Extension range of motion Jul 03, 2023

Procedure:

Testing elbow extension range of motion with an inclinometer typically involves the following steps:

  1. Have the client set up in an upright position - either seated or standing. If adopting a seated position, ensure the client is seated upright toward the edge of the table or...
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Range of Motion: Elbow Flexion range of motion Jul 03, 2023

Procedure:

To test the elbow flexion range of motion with an inclinometer, follow these steps:

  1. Have the client set up in an upright position - either seated or standing. If adopting a seated position, ensure the client is seated upright toward the edge of the table or chair. 
  2. Place your...
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Range of Motion: Shoulder Horizontal Adduction range of motion Jul 03, 2023

Procedure:


To test the Shoulder Horizontal Adduction range of motion with an inclinometer, follow these steps:

  1. Have the client start in a seated or standing position, with their arm flexed in front of their body at 90 degrees.
  2. Place the smart device on top of the client’s humerus. 
  3. As...
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Range of Motion: Shoulder Horizontal Abduction range of motion Jul 03, 2023

Procedure:

To test the Shoulder Horizontal Abduction range of motion with an inclinometer, follow these steps:

  1. Have the client start in a seated or standing position, with their arm flexed in front of their body at 90 degrees.
  2. Place the smart device on top of the client’s humerus. 
  3. As...
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Range of Motion: Shoulder External Rotation 90 deg range of motion Jul 03, 2023

Procedure:

To test Shoulder External Rotation 90 deg range of motion with an inclinometer, follow these steps:

  1. Have the client start in a seated or standing position. 
  2. Then, have the client abduct their shoulder to 90 degrees, and flex their elbow to 90 degrees also.
  3. Next, align the Measurz...
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Range of Motion: Shoulder Internal Rotation 90 degs range of motion Jul 03, 2023

To test Shoulder Internal Rotation 90 degs range of motion with an inclinometer, the following steps can be followed:

  1. Have the client start in a seated or standing position. 
  2. Then, have the client abduct their shoulder to 90 degrees, and flex their elbow to 90 degrees also.
  3. Next, align the...
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Range of Motion: Shoulder Adduction range of motion Jul 03, 2023

Shoulder Adduction range of motion can be tested with an inclinometer by following these steps:

  1. Have the client adopt a seated or standing position with one arm locked straight in front of their body, with their thumb facing up to the ceiling.
  2. Once set, instruct the client to adduct their...
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