Principles of Goniometry and Manual Muscle Testing With HKPropel Online Video

An in-depth visual guide to manual muscle testing.

Principles of Goniometry and Manual Muscle Testing With HKPropel Online Video combines manual muscle testing and joint range of motion measurement in a single resource to mimic how a clinician would practically work through a complete patient assessment. Anatomy springs to life with detailed medical illustrations of muscles, bones, and ligaments—making complex concepts easy to visualize and apply to the specific regions being targeted. Mastery of manual muscle testing and joint range of motion measurement is a key competency for a practitioner, and this text supports students in applying tests safely, efficiently, and effectively in clinical practice.

Each chapter features user-friendly muscle tables outlining normative range of joint motion, muscle attachments, innervation, and vascular supply. For every range of motion and manual muscle test, full-color visuals show the targeted muscle and its bony attachments, along with step-by-step instructions using goniometers, tape measures, and inclinometers. Alternative testing positions are included to accommodate diverse patient needs and clinical scenarios. Clinical tips are provided throughout the book, giving students the opportunity to learn from an experienced clinician. Tips include modified positions, stabilizing techniques, and compensations most likely to be observed and how to prevent them from happening.

This highly visual text is packed full of medical illustrations and photographs, and related online videos that further support clinical skill development are delivered through HKPropel. Every manual muscle test in the book has an accompanying video that demonstrates the test, allowing the learner to hear cues given to a patient by a seasoned clinician.

Serving as a bridge to practice, Principles of Goniometry and Manual Muscle Testing empowers students to develop proficiency in essential evidence-based assessment techniques that form the cornerstone of rehabilitative care.

Note: A code for accessing HKPropel online videos is included with all print books.

Audience

Graduate students in physical therapy, physical therapy assistant, occupational therapy, athletic training, prosthetics and orthotics, and chiropractic programs. Also a reference for professionals in these fields. 

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Chapter 1. Introduction to Joint Range of Motion Testing and Manual Muscle Testing

Range of Motion
Joint Motion
Planes and Axes
Range of Motion Categories
Factors Affecting Range of Motion

Manual Muscle Testing

Grading a Manual Muscle Test
Validity and Reliability
Patient Influence on Muscle Testing

Summary

Chapter 2. Shoulder
Structure and Function

Glenohumeral Joint
Sternoclavicular Joint
Acromioclavicular Joint
Scapulothoracic Joint

Shoulder Examination    

Range of Motion Normative Values
Shoulder Flexion
Shoulder Extension
Shoulder Abduction
Shoulder Horizontal Abduction
Shoulder Adduction
Horizontal Adduction
Medial (Internal) Rotation
Shoulder Lateral (External) Rotation

Scapula Examination

Scapular and Scaption Motion and Normative Values
Scapular Abduction and Upward Rotation
Scapular Elevation
Scapular Adduction
Scapular Depression and Adduction
Scapular Adduction and Downward Rotation
Shoulder Scaption

Chapter 3. Elbow and Forearm
Structure and Function

Humeroulnar Joint
Humeroradial Joint
Proximal Radioulnar Joint
Distal Radioulnar Joint

Elbow Examination

Range of Motion Normative Values
Elbow Flexion
Elbow Extension
Forearm Supination
Forearm Pronation

Chapter 4. Wrist
Structure and Function

Radiocarpal Joint
Midcarpal Joint

Wrist Examination

Range of Motion Normative Values
Wrist Flexion
Wrist Extension
Wrist Radial Deviation
Ulnar Deviation

Chapter 5. Hand
Structure and Function

Metacarpophalangeal Joints
Proximal and Distal Interphalangeal Joints
Thumb: Carpometacarpal Joint
Thumb: Metacarpophalangeal Joint
Thumb: Interphalangeal Joint

Hand Examination

Finger Range of Motion Normative Values
Thumb Range of Motion Normative Values
Finger Metacarpophalangeal Flexion
Finger Metacarpophalangeal Extension
Finger Proximal Interphalangeal and Distal Interphalangeal Flexion
Finger Abduction
Finger Adduction
Thumb Carpometacarpal, Metacarpophalangeal, and Interphalangeal Flexion
Thumb Carpometacarpal, Metacarpophalangeal, and Interphalangeal Extension
Thumb Carpometacarpal Abduction
Thumb Carpometacarpal Adduction
Thumb Carpometacarpal and Little Finger Opposition

Chapter 6. Hip
Structure and Function

Iliofemoral Joint

Hip Examination

Range of Motion Normative Values
Hip Flexion
Hip Extension
Hip Abduction
Hip Adduction
Hip External Rotation
Hip Internal Rotation

Chapter 7. Knee
Structure and Function

Tibiofemoral and Patellofemoral Joints

Knee Examination

Range of Motion Normative Values
Knee Flexion
    Knee Extension

Chapter 8. Ankle and Foot
Structure and Function

Proximal and Distal Tibiofibular Joints
Talocrural Joint
Subtalar Joint
Transverse Tarsal (Midtarsal) Joint
Tarsometatarsal Joints
Metatarsophalangeal Joints
Interphalangeal Joints

Ankle and Foot Examination

Range of Motion Normative Values
Ankle Plantarflexion
Ankle Dorsiflexion
Foot Inversion
Foot Eversion
Metatarsophalangeal Flexion of the Hallux and Toes
Distal and Proximal Interphalangeal Flexion of the Hallux and Toes
Hallux and Toe Metatarsophalangeal and Interphalangeal Extension
Hallux Abduction

Chapter 9. Cervical Spine
Structure and Function

Atlanto-Occipital and Atlantoaxial Joints
Intervertebral and Zygapophyseal Joints

Cervical Spine Examination

Range of Motion Normative Values
Cervical Flexion
Cervical Extension
Cervical Rotation
Cervical Lateral Flexion

Chapter 10. Thoracic and Lumbar Spine
Structure and Function of the Lumbar Spine

Intervertebral and Zygapophyseal Joints
Costovertebral and Costotransverse Joints

Structure and Function of the Lumbar Spine

Intervertebral and Zygapophyseal Joints

Thoracolumbar Examination

Range of Motion Normative Values for Thoracolumbar Spine
Trunk Flexion and Rotation
Trunk Extension
Trunk Lateral Flexion
Quiet Inspiration
Forced Expiration

Chapter 11. Temporomandibular Joint
Structure and Function

Temporomandibular Joint

Temporomandibular Joint Exam

Range of Motion Normative Values
Muscles of Mastication

Abigail Shelley, PT, DPT, OCS, is a licensed doctor of physical therapy and board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist. She is a staff physical therapist at the University of Utah Orthopedic Center, where she provides comprehensive care for patients with orthopedic injuries and postoperative needs. In addition to her regular clinical caseload, Shelley treats athletes in the university’s specialized Climber’s Clinic, working with recreational and elite climbers to address injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance.

Shelley earned her doctorate in physical therapy from the University of North Florida and completed an orthopedic physical therapy residency at the University of Utah. She also serves as an adjunct professor in the University of Utah’s physical therapy doctoral program, contributing to the education and clinical development of future physical therapists.

She holds the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Credentialed Clinical Instructor qualification and has presented research at national conferences, including the APTA Combined Sections Meeting and the NEXT Conference. She is an active member of the APTA and its orthopedic section and Utah state chapter.

All ancillaries are free to adopting instructors through HKPropel.

Instructor guide. Includes three sample syllabuses that can be used in one course or across multiple semesters.

Image bank. Includes all the range of motion measurement photos (goniometer, inclinometer, tape measure). These photos can be used to create custom presentations, student handouts, and other materials. A blank PowerPoint template is also provided to help instructors build their own lecture content tailored to their individual styles.

Instructors also receive access to all student materials in HKPropel. For Principles of Goniometry and Manual Muscle Testing, this includes more than 70 videos demonstrating manual muscle tests.