B3.3.7 (HL)—Range of motion
Range of motion differs between joints because joint type and surrounding structures determine allowed planes, angles and movement directions precisely.
- Syllabus
- First assessment 2025
- Objective
- B3.3.7
- Level
- HL
Exam analysis
Chance of appearing3%of analysed past papers
Latest appearanceMay 2025
Most common paperPaper1
Typical marks1–3
Common command terms
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- Identify
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Scoring notes
- Common mistake
- Saying the knee allows all-plane movement like the hip.
Recent exam appearances
May 2025Paper1B ["HL"] · TZ34(b)[ 3 ]B3.3.7 (HL)—Range of motion
November 2014Paper1 ["HL"] · TZ025[ 1 ]B3.3.7 (HL)—Range of motion
November 2012Paper1 ["HL"] · TZ039[ 1 ]B3.3.7 (HL)—Range of motion
Practice this objective
Coverage 2012–2025 · Updated 15 Jul 2026
Concept essentials
- Ball-and-socket joints allow movement in multiple planes.
- Hinge joints mainly allow flexion and extension in one plane.
- Range of motion can be measured in degrees using a goniometer.
- Joint shape, ligaments and muscles all influence movement range.