AAROM
Medical abbreviation · Rehabilitation
| Stands for | Active-assisted range of motion |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
AAROM stands for Active-assisted range of motion, a rehabilitation abbreviation.
Movement in which the patient contracts the muscles but receives help from the therapist, the other limb, a pulley or equipment to complete the motion. It bridges passive and fully active exercise.
Example: AAROM shoulder flexion with wand, 2 x 10, tolerated without pain increase.
Usage notes
Common after rotator cuff repair and in weak patients after stroke or prolonged illness. Pulleys, wands, table slides and aquatic therapy are typical tools. Progression to AROM depends on healing and strength.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.