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A physical therapist administers grade III and IV joint mobilizations to a patient with a capsular restriction of the glenohumeral joint. After returning to therapy later in the week the patient indicates that they experienced mild discomfort in the shoulder the evening after the last session, however, the discomfort had resolved by the next morning. What is the MOST appropriate action?1.Administer active stretching activities2.Instruct the patient in passive stretching activities3.Continue with grade III and IV mobilizations4.Contact the referring physician
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