Joint play refers to the passive and accessory movements that occur within a joint in response to an outside force, such as a physical therapist manipulating the joint during treatment. It is distinct from active movements, which are produced by voluntary muscle contractions, and can help assess the overall health and mobility of a joint.

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What Is Joint Play

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What is joint play?

A) The movement of a joint through its normal ROM
B) Motion within the joint as a response to an outside force
C) A voluntary movement of the joint through spin,glide,and slide
D) Osteokinematic motions in the cardinal planes of movement

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