Accuracy of Visual Range of Motion Estimates
Accuracy of Visual Range of Motion Estimates
Examine the accuracy of visual estimates of various joint angles by physical therapists at
 various levels of education and clinical practice, taking into account years of experience,
 areas of practices and specialty certifications.
Physical therapists oftentimes will estimate rather than measure joint range of motion. The
 accuracy of visual estimates of various joint measurements has not been previously assessed.
 No comparison has been done for years of experience and accuracy of estimations. This study
 will create a survey with pictures of joints at previously measured angles and therapists and
 students will be asked to estimate the range of motion. Various statistical analyses will be
 performed to determine accuracy and comparisons.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  licensed physical therapists

 -  students currently enrolled in an accredited doctorate of physical therapy program

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  students have not been trained in range of motion measurements

 -  are not licensed physical therapists