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Your active and passive range of motion may be very different, not only from each other, but also at the joints themselves. Active range of motion means you move a joint through its range of motion, or ROM. Passive range of motion involves someone else moving a joint for you. Anytime you are moving your body, you are using active ROM. An example of passive ROM is if a doctor is testing a joint, such as the shoulder, and is moving it for you without your assistance.
Full range of motion is described as being within normal limits, or WNL. Normal ROM for back flexion is 90 degrees, or bending forward to touch your feet.As with most movements, this type of flexion works in tandem with other joints, including pelvic rotation, so any limitation could arise from back or pelvis issues.ormal extension ROM in your back is limited to only 25 degrees. This range is similar to moving your trunk from the 12 o'clock position when standing upright to in between the 10 o'clock and 11 o'clock position when extended.