ROM Spinal Extension

Position: Position your client standing upright, feet shoulder-width apart, arms relaxed by their sides, eyes facing forward. Locate the thoracolumbar junction (approximately T12–L1). Place the tablet with the short end of the device resting against the spine at this point.

Cues: Slowly lean backwards as far as you comfortably can, keeping your knees straight and your pelvis stable. Hold when you reach your maximum.

Procedure

Step 1 – Press START.
Step 2 – Place the tablet with the short edge flat against the thoracolumbar junction while the client is standing upright.
Step 3 – Tap the LINE icon furthest from spine to begin angle capture.
Step 4 – Instruct the client to slowly extend backwards to their end range.
Step 5 – Once full extension is reached, tap the screen to capture the angle.
Step 6 – Tap SAVE to record the result.