National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) Practice Exam

The primary benefit of Passive Range of Motion (PROM) exercises is improved flexibility and circulation. These exercises involve the therapist moving the client's limbs through their range of motion without the client's active participation. This helps to maintain or improve joint flexibility, relieving stiffness and promoting a greater range of movement.

Additionally, by moving the joints and muscles, PROM exercises stimulate blood flow, which can enhance circulation. Improved circulation is particularly beneficial for delivering nutrients and oxygen to tissues while also aiding in the removal of waste products. These outcomes are essential for clients who may be immobilized or have limited ability to perform active movements, making PROM a valuable technique in therapeutic settings.

While other options mention muscle strength, coordination, and soreness reduction, these are not the primary focus of PROM exercises. Strengthening typically requires active engagement of the muscles, while coordination and soreness responses may be influenced but are not the main intention behind the application of PROM.