A normal range of motion for shoulder extension is 50 degrees. A normal range
of motion for shoulder flexion is between 150 and 180 degrees. The patient
below is holding his arm as far up as he can. Based off of the image, which
statement describes the patient's range of motion?
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The patient has limited range of motion. He is unable to extend the
shoulder to the normal limit.
The patient is hyper flexible. He is able to extend the shoulder well beyond
the normal limit.
The patient has limited range of motion. He is unable to flex the shoulder
to the normal limit.
The patient has a normal range of motion. He is able to flex the shoulder
normally.