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Range of Motion: Spine Extension range of motion Jun 29, 2023

 

Testing Spine Extension range of motion with an inclinometer involves the following steps:

  1. Have the client adopt an upright standing position. 
  2. With the Measurz inclinometer aligned with T12 of the spinous process, instruct the client to extend back as far as they can, ensuring their...
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Range of Motion: Hip Modified Thomas Test range of motion Jun 29, 2023

 

Here are the steps for performing the Hip Modified Thomas Test:

  1. Have the client lie on their back with their ischial tuberosities on the long edge of a massage table. 
  2. Once a comfortable position is established, instruct the client to use their hands to pull one knee as close to...
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Range of Motion: Hip Extension range of motion Jun 29, 2023

To test Hip Extension range of motion with an inclinometer, follow these steps:

  1. Have the client adopt a prone position, face down on a massage table or mat.
  2. Ask the client to flex one knee up, with their heel directly over their knee. 
  3. Place the Measurz inclinometer on in the midway point...
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Range of Motion: Hip Abduction range of motion Jun 29, 2023

To test Hip Adduction range of motion with an inclinometer, follow these steps:

  1. Have the client adopt a supine position lying down on a massage table. 
  2. As this is a rotational test in the transverse plane, the inclinometer will adopt its rotation feature. Thus, it is critical that the smart...
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Range of Motion: Hip Adduction range of motion Jun 29, 2023

To test Hip Adduction range of motion with an inclinometer, follow these steps:

  1. Have the client adopt a supine position lying down on a massage table. For this test, it is prudent for the client to make room for their testing leg by bringing the opposite knee up into a bent but resting...
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Range of Motion: Ankle Dorsiflexion range of motion Jun 28, 2023

To test ankle dorsiflexion range of motion with an inclinometer, you would follow these steps:

  1. With their shoes and socks off, get your client to lie down in a supine position on a massage table.
  2. Press the play button on the Measurz inclinometer and instruct the client to actively pull their...
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Range of Motion: Ankle Inversion range of motion Jun 28, 2023

An inclinometer is a device used to measure the angle of a joint. To test ankle inversion range of motion using an inclinometer, follow these steps:

  1. With their shoes and socks off, get your client to lie down in a supine position on a massage table.
  2. As this is a rotational test, the Measurz...
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Power Testing: Med Ball Throw power Jun 28, 2023

The Med Ball Throw test is a physical fitness test that measures upper body power and explosiveness. It involves throwing a medicine ball as far as possible from a standing position.

The test can be performed in a variety of ways, but the most common method involves the following steps:

  1. Set up:...
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Range of Motion: Knee Prone heel to butt range of motion Jun 28, 2023

To test Knee Prone heel to butt range of motion with an inclinometer, you will need to follow these steps:

  1. Ask the patient to lie prone on a treatment table, with their knees fully extended.
  2. Secure the inclinometer to the posterior aspect of the patient's ankle, just above the calcaneus bone....
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Range of Motion: Ankle First Toe Extension range of motion Jun 28, 2023

 

To test 1st Toe Extension range of motion with an inclinometer, follow these steps:

  1. With their shoes and socks off, get your client to lie down in a supine position on a massage table.
  2. With their foot in a neutral position, align the Measurz inclinometer in a vertical position alongside...
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Range of Motion: Ankle Eversion range of motion Jun 28, 2023

To test ankle eversion range of motion with an inclinometer, follow these steps:

  1. With their shoes and socks off, get your client to lie down in a supine position on a massage table.
  2. As this is a rotational test, the Measurz inclinometer will adopt its transverse plane feature. Thus, it is...
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Range of Motion: Knee Extension range of motion Jun 28, 2023

To test Knee Extension range of motion with an inclinometer, you will need to follow these steps:

  1. Have the client adopt a supine position lying down on a massage table or mat, with both legs out straight. 
  2. Place the Measurz inclinometer on the midway point of the tibia.
  3. Instruct the client...
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