How many times should the shoulder ROM be performed?

How many times should the shoulder ROM be performed?

• A. 3 times
• B. 1 time
• C. 2 times
• D. 4 times

Answer: (A)

When checking a shoulder’s range of motion, you perform the movement three times. This repetition provides a reliable, consistent check of the joint’s available range and helps you notice any pain, stiffness, or resistance that might indicate a problem. Do the movements slowly and smoothly, and if the patient can tolerate it, support the limb and move through the full range without forcing beyond pain or end range. Repeating three times helps confirm findings and avoids missing issues that could show up only on a subsequent pass. Doing fewer than three may miss subtle limitations or pain, while more than three isn’t typically necessary and can cause fatigue or discomfort.

When checking a shoulder’s range of motion, you perform the movement three times. This repetition provides a reliable, consistent check of the joint’s available range and helps you notice any pain, stiffness, or resistance that might indicate a problem. Do the movements slowly and smoothly, and if the patient can tolerate it, support the limb and move through the full range without forcing beyond pain or end range. Repeating three times helps confirm findings and avoids missing issues that could show up only on a subsequent pass. Doing fewer than three may miss subtle limitations or pain, while more than three isn’t typically necessary and can cause fatigue or discomfort.