Which motion is not part of the Gross Strength and ROM Screen performed before bed mobility?

Which motion is not part of the Gross Strength and ROM Screen performed before bed mobility?

• A. Hip flexion and extension
• B. Dorsiflexion and plantarflexion
• C. Knee flexion and extension
• D. Spinal trunk rotation

Answer: (D)

Bed mobility relies on the big movements of the legs to shift position, roll, and push up in bed. The screen is designed to quickly check gross strength and ROM at the hip, knee, and ankle because these joints drive those essential tasks. Hip flexion and extension, knee flexion and extension, and ankle dorsiflexion and plantarflexion cover the primary power and range needed to reposition, roll, and transfers from bed. Spinal trunk rotation, while important for some activities, is not required for the basic bed-mobility tasks emphasized in this screening, so it isn’t included here.

Bed mobility relies on the big movements of the legs to shift position, roll, and push up in bed. The screen is designed to quickly check gross strength and ROM at the hip, knee, and ankle because these joints drive those essential tasks. Hip flexion and extension, knee flexion and extension, and ankle dorsiflexion and plantarflexion cover the primary power and range needed to reposition, roll, and transfers from bed. Spinal trunk rotation, while important for some activities, is not required for the basic bed-mobility tasks emphasized in this screening, so it isn’t included here.