Relevance of Test Positioning

    It is important to use correct landmarks and positioning for the validity and reliability of the measures. If you have the client in the wrong position, it could allow the client to overcompensate or not show the full ROM (range of motion) the client can produce. MMT (manual muscle test) is important to test. For example, if a client cannot put their arm in the right position for testing, it indicates something is wrong. MMT can show muscle weakness. GE (gravity eliminated) position shows a client can still do a movement without the resistance of gravity. It can indicate the muscle can contract but is extremely weak. In conclusion, if your client is not in the right position to begin with, the client’s measurements will be inaccurate.