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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a passive range of motion" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts related to physical therapy, rehabilitation, or fitness, referring to the movement of a joint through its range without the individual's muscle effort.
Example: "The therapist demonstrated a passive range of motion to help improve the patient's flexibility and reduce stiffness."
Alternatives: "passive mobility" or "assisted range of motion".
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Knee motion was reduced, with a passive range of motion from full extension to 50° flexion.
The guideline that we followed on the operating table was the ability to move the joint through a passive range of motion without any subluxation.
The group recommended that physical examination including a passive range of motion and hip special tests (Flexion-abduction-external rotation (FABER) and Flexion-adduction-internal rotation (FADIR) test) should be performed in all cases when athletes present with groin pain.
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Rehabilitation was tutored by a physical therapist, beginning with pendulum and passive range-of-motion exercises.
The training consisted of an individually tailored daily program starting with passive range-of-motion exercises in unresponsive patients, progressing to active range-of-motion exercises, bed mobility, sitting upright, transfer training, and eventually walking.
The second postoperative day, they started active and passive range-of-motion exercises under the supervision of a physical therapist.
No difference was found in passive range-of-motion measurements.
Repeated-measures analyses revealed significant beneficial effects on most variables expect the passive range-of-motion measurement.
After diagnosis, passive range-of-motion exercises to maintain joint mobility are prescribed [16].
Presently, clinical management of arthrofibrosis emphasizes prevention strategies, including early passive range-of-motion exercises.
SR included passive range-of-motion exercises, stretching exercises, strengthening exercises, balance training, mobility training, and functional training.
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