2.3 - Range of Motion (ROM)
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Practice Questions
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What does ROM stand for?
💡 Hint: It's the distance and direction a joint can move.
Name one factor that affects flexibility.
💡 Hint: Think about what can restrict movement.
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What does ROM stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about how much movement a joint allows.
True or False: Flexibility is a key factor affecting ROM.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between flexibility and movement.
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Challenge Problems
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An athlete experiences chronic tightness in their hamstrings. How might this affect their performance in sprinting events?
💡 Hint: Consider how leg muscles contribute to running efficiency.
Compare the ROM of a ball-and-socket joint to a hinge joint. Why might one allow for greater movement than the other?
💡 Hint: Visualize the movements possible in each joint type.
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