A goniometer is an instrument used to measure angles, typically between two planes or surfaces. It's widely used in fields such as medicine, physical therapy, engineering, and crystallography.
Types of Goniometers
Universal Goniometer: Commonly used in physical therapy to measure joint range of motion. It comes in short arm and long arm versions for different joint sizes3.
Inclinometer: Uses gravity to measure angles, often used for cervical spine measurements.
Software/Smartphone-based Goniometer: Utilizes smartphone accelerometers to measure joint angles.
Arthrodial Goniometer: Used for measuring cervical spine movements.
Twin Axis Electrogoniometer: Provides high reliability for research purposes but is less common in clinical settings.
Uses in Medicine
In orthopedics and physical therapy, goniometers are used to assess the range of motion in joints, helping to diagnose conditions and track the progress of treatments.
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