10/29/2025
Thank you to everyone who participated in our trivia questions for PT month!
Here are the answers for Week 4:
1. What does ROM stand for? Range of motion
Your body has more than 200 joints — and each one has its own range of motion! That’s the amount your joint can move in different directions, like bending, straightening, or rotating.
Physical therapy helps improve and maintain your ROM so you can move comfortably, prevent stiffness, and keep doing the things you love.
2. What is the name of the condition caused by compression of the median nerve? Carpal tunnel syndrome
Did you know…
🖐 The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway in your wrist made up of bones and ligaments — and your median nerve runs right through it!
⌨️ Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) happens when that nerve gets compressed, causing numbness, tingling, or weakness in your hand and fingers.
👩💻 It’s not just from typing! Repetitive wrist motions, gripping tools, or even fluid retention can contribute.
💪 The good news? Physical therapy can help improve wrist mobility, reduce pressure on the nerve, and strengthen supportive muscles.
