Goniometry: Elbow Extension

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

Expected Findings

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