AAROM
Also written as: AAROM — Active Assisted Range of Motion
Joint movement combining patient effort with external assistance to complete the full range of motion.
Full Definition
Active Assisted Range of Motion is a therapeutic technique where the patient initiates and performs as much joint movement as possible using their own muscle strength, while a therapist or mechanical device provides assistance to complete the full available range of motion. AAROM bridges the gap between passive and active movement, allowing patients to gradually regain strength and confidence in their movement patterns while ensuring joints maintain their full mobility.
Usage
Usage note: Always capitalize when used as an acronym; hyphenate when spelled out as active-assisted.
In Context
- "AAROM exercises were initiated for shoulder flexion when the patient could actively lift to 120 degrees." — Treatment plan documentation