APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -21.2. Passive range of motion can be defined as what is achieved when an outside force, such as a therapist, causes movement of a joint. It is usually the maximum range of motion. Active range of motion is what can be achieved when opposing muscles contract and relax, resulting in joint movement.

Detailed explanation-2: -The goal of passive range of motion assessment is to assess the osteokinematic movements of a joint, evaluate the range of motion in degrees and if motion is limited, assess the end feel. A collection of different end-feels can be seen in this table.

Detailed explanation-3: -Passive exercise/movement, simply defined as the manipulation of the body or a limb (e.g. leg) without voluntary effort or muscle contraction, has a long and rich history in medicine and physiology.

Detailed explanation-4: -Passive movements are regularly administered for the treatment and prevention of contractures. They are typically administered manually by physiotherapists or care givers. The primary aim of passive movements is to improve joint mobility.