A 21-year-old college gymnast reports frequent ankle “rollin…

A 21-year-old college gymnast reports frequent ankle “rolling” during practice and occasional shoulder subluxations when performing overhead movements. On assessment, the PT notes excessive joint motion compared to normal limits. Based on this presentation, which of the following is the primary clinical concern associated with hypermobility?

A PTA is assisting a patient recovering from a rotator cuff…

A PTA is assisting a patient recovering from a rotator cuff repair with active-assisted range of motion (AAROM) for the shoulder. As the patient begins to lift the arm, the therapist observes the patient attempting to hike the shoulder and lean the trunk to help move the limb. Recognizing this as a common issue during AAROM, which of the following should be considered an important precaution?