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active joint movement, n a therapeutic technique in which the client moves a joint around its range of motion unassisted by the therapist. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| In summary, the mounting evidence appears to indicate that specific "downtraining" of hyperactive muscles may not be a necessary precursor for attaining increased active joint movement or function. In addition, because most patients with acute neurological conditions lack the necessary amplitude of active joint movement, a system that progressively stimulates an increase in movement could be considered beneficial in gait retraining. |
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