joint mobilization


mobilization

 [mo″bĭ-lĭ-za´shun] 1. the process of making a fixed part movable by separating it from surrounding structures so that it is accessible for an operative procedure.2. the release of a substance stored in the body into the circulation for bodily use.3. the assembling or preparation of something in response to a need.family mobilization in the nursing interventions classification, a intervention" >nursing intervention defined as making use of family strengths to influence patient's health in a positive direction.joint mobilization passive movement of a joint to restore motion or relieve pain. Small oscillatory motions that do not stretch the capsular or other soft tissue structures are often used for reducing pain, while larger (grade III or IV) oscillatory or sustained motions are used to stretch structures and restore accessory or play" >joint play motions. Movements are slow enough that the patient can voluntarily stop them. See also manipulation" >joint manipulation.stapes mobilization surgical correction of immobility of the stapes in treatment of deafness.

joint mobilization

Osteopathy The passive movement of joints over their entire ROM, to expand the ROM and eliminate restrictions. See Osteopathy.

joint mobilization

The movement of previously injured, frozen, or limited joints to reduce pain and improve range of motion, thereby improving function. Joint mobilization is not synonymous with joint manipulation: joint manipulation involves high-velocity thrusting; joint mobilization does not. These passive techniques are joint-specific and should be performed close to joint surfaces. See: joint manipulationSee also: mobilization