Goniometry: Elbow Extension

Original Editor - Claire Knott Top Contributors - Kirenga Bamurange Liliane and Claire Knott

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Anatomical Movement

Elbow extension

Testing position

Patient is supine with the hand supinated. You may need a pillow under the upper arm in cases of hyperextension (>0)

Goniometer Placement

AXIS LOCATION	STATIONARY ARM	MOVEMENT ARM
lateral epicondyle of the elbow	parallel with the humerus	parallel with the radius

The video below demonstrates how Elbow Extension measurements are taken.

Expected Findings

Expected range of motion is 0 degrees in males and 10-15 degrees in females (hyperextension)