Normal range of motion

What does "Normal range of motion" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Normal range of motion" refers to the ability of a joint or a series of joints in the body to move freely and easily in all the ways they are naturally designed to. This means that the joints are working as they should, allowing the body to move in various directions without pain or difficulty. If a medical report mentions "normal range of motion", it indicates that the patient's joints are functioning properly.

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