Abstract
A reliability study was performed using a sample of convenience to determine the reliability of a Pre-PT student and Pre-PT professor when performing virtual and in-person goniometric measurements of forearm pronation and supination. Second, to see how a Pre-PT student compares to a Pre-PT professor at the end of the undergraduate degree. Our methodology was designed to be simple and consistent between both testers. Participants were instructed to hold a pencil in their right hand; elbow fixed at 90°; elbow by the side of the body; could not have any previous injuries to the shoulder/forearm; and must be able to perform rotation of the forearm. Pictures were taken of all participants in neutral, pronation, and supination with an iPad for later measurement. The results of this study showed good-excellent reliability in intra-tester and inter-tester reliability. Our study proved that pronation and supination range of motion can be accurately replicated through virtual platforms and that a Pre-PT student close to completion of undergraduate school is reliable in comparison to a Pre-PT professor.
Semester/Year of Award
Fall 2025
Mentor
Tracy Cook, PhD, ATC
Mentor Department Affiliation
Exercise and Sport Science
Access Options
Open Access Thesis
Degree Name
Honors Scholars
Degree Level
Bachelors
Department
Exercise and Sport Science
IRB Approval Number (if applicable)
006122
Presentation
https://mymaileku-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/g/personal/brittnee_franklin14_mymail_eku_edu/IQDD9cQeuyo7RL2eyqXOMTV1Ae-S2cJg2ie9srXIZcLmHbU?e=WzZyiB
Recommended Citation
Franklin, Brittnee L., "Comparing Pre-PT Student to Pre-PT Professor Upper Extremity Range of Motion Reliability Using Virtual Measurements" (2025). Honors Theses. 1119.
https://encompass.eku.edu/honors_theses/1119
