muscletesting
Muscle testing, also known as manual muscle testing (MMT), is a procedure used by clinicians to evaluate the strength of individual muscles or muscle groups. It involves applying resistance against a muscle's contraction to assess its capacity to move a limb or body part against gravity and the examiner's force. The assessment typically follows a standardized grading system, often from 0 to 5. A grade of 0 indicates no contraction, while a grade of 5 signifies normal strength, capable of overcoming maximal resistance. Intermediate grades represent varying degrees of weakness, such as the ability to move against gravity but not resistance, or movement only in a gravity-eliminated position.
This technique is a fundamental part of a physical examination, particularly in fields like physical therapy,