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Manual Muscle Testing
Also written as: MMT — Manual Muscle Testing
Standardized assessment technique using a 0-5 grading scale to evaluate muscle strength.
Full Definition
Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) is a clinical assessment method that evaluates muscle strength using a standardized 0-5 grading scale, where 0 indicates no muscle contraction and 5 represents normal strength against full resistance. The technique involves specific patient positioning and therapist-applied resistance to isolate individual muscle groups. MMT results guide treatment planning and track strength improvements over time. Proper technique requires extensive training to ensure reliability and validity of results.
Usage
Usage note: Always express grades as fractions (3/5) rather than percentages.
In Context
- "Manual Muscle Testing revealed 3/5 strength in the left quadriceps muscle group." — Initial evaluation
Also known as
MMT
strength testing
muscle grading
Don't confuse with
dynamometer testing
functional strength testing