Passive Movement
Passive Movement
Passive Movement
PASSIVE MOVEMENT
These movements are produced by an external force during muscular inactivity or when range of motion is reduced for any cause.
1- Relaxed Passive Movements, including accessory movements. 2- Forced Passive movement. 3- continuous Passive movement.
Definition: These are movements performed accurately, rhythmical and smoothly by the physiotherapist through available range of motion( according to anatomy of joints) . The movements are performed in the same range and direction as active movements. The joint is moved through the free range and within the limits of pain.
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1-Relaxation: The selection of a suitable starting position ensures comfort and support, for both patient and physiotherapist through the movement. 2-Fixation: Good fixation for the proximal and distal joint by the physiotherapist to ensure that the movement is localized to the movable joint. 3-Support: Full and comfortable support is given to the part to be moved, so that the patient has confidence and will remain relaxed.
1- Maintain range of motion and prevent formation of adhesions. 2- Maintain the physiological properties of the muscle (extensibility, elasticity, etc.) and prevent shortening and contracture. 3- Help in preserving and maintain the memory of the movement pattern by stimulating the kinaesthetic receptors.
4- The mechanical pressure resulted from the stretching of the thin walled vessels which passing across the moved joint will assist the venous and lymphatic return( improving circulation). 5- Can be used in training of relaxation as the rhythmic continuous passive movements can have a soothing effect and induce further relaxation and sleep. 6-Improving sense of position and sense of movement.
1-unhealed fracture, recent fracture, at the site of fracture. 2-At site of effusion or swelling. 3-Immediately following surgical procedure to tendon, ligaments, joint capsule. 4-Immediately after recent tear to ligament, tendon. 5-when a bony block limits joint motion e.g. myosities ossificans. 6-Recent injuries 7-sever muscle weakness. 8-Acute inflammation or infection as arthritis, osteomylities.
Definition An exercise performed on a subject by a partner who exerts an external force not only to produce a passive movement, but also to increase the range of movement of a joint. The partner presses the joint into its end-position (i.e. end of range), while the subject's muscles that normally carry out the movements are completely relaxed. There is a danger of overextension beyond the range of movement and damage to the joint if the exercise is not carried out carefully.
A continuous passive motion device maintains movement of a joint after limb sparing surgery. This device is usually called a CPM. Continuous movement limits stiffness and pain. It is very important to keep joints moving following surgery so that motion will not become limited. The CPM will move the involved leg through its full range of motion. It is only used in bed, but can be used while relaxing, eating, or sleeping.
Benefits of CPM
1-decreasing the complication of immobilization. 2-decreasing the post operative complication and pain. 3-improving the recovery rate and ROM. 4-improving the circulation through pumping action. 5-prevent adhesions and contracture. 6-prevent joint effusion and wound oedema.
Procedure of CPM
It is important that you understand the use of CPM. The therapist may adjust the device to fit you before surgery. You will begin to use the CPM right after surgery. Your therapist will give you instructions and monitor how you use the device. The CPM is set to allow 45 degrees of motion right after surgery. Generally, motion will be increased about 15 degrees a day. You will need to use the CPM for about 6 weeks after surgery.