Reduced Range of Motion
Difficulty moving a joint through its full range, which can be caused by arthritis, injury, or stiffness.
What is Reduced Range of Motion?
Reduced Range of Motion is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Reduced Range of Motion that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Reduced Range of Motion
The following conditions have been associated with Reduced Range of Motion. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Hallux Valgus
A deformity in which the big toe angles toward the other toes and a bony bump forms at the base of the big toe, commonly...
Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder
A group of connective tissue conditions in which joints move beyond the normal range, often causing joint pain, fatigue,...
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
An overuse injury in which the iliotibial band on the outside of the thigh becomes irritated, causing pain on the outer ...
Osteoarthritis
The most common form of arthritis, caused by wear and tear of joint cartilage, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced m...
Osteoarthritis of the Hip
Degeneration of hip joint cartilage causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Degeneration of knee cartilage causing pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility.
Osteochondroma
A benign bone tumor that forms a cartilage-capped growth on the surface of a bone, most often in children and adolescent...
Rotator Cuff Injury
Injury to the muscles and tendons around the shoulder joint causing pain, weakness, and reduced arm movement.
Temporomandibular Disorder
A group of conditions affecting the jaw joint and the muscles that control jaw movement, causing pain in the jaw, face, ...
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Reduced Range of Motion is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.