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Assessment of the hemiparetic upper extremity
1Director of Occupational Therapy, Rancho Los Amigos Hospital, Downey, CA, 90242.
Occupational Therapy in Health Care
|August 16, 2013
Summary
The Functional Test offers a quick and accurate way to assess upper extremity function in stroke survivors. This portable test aids therapists in setting goals and designing effective rehabilitation programs.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Occupational Therapy
Background:
- Stroke often results in hemiparetic upper extremity deficits.
- Assessing functional upper extremity capabilities is crucial for rehabilitation.
- Traditional assessment methods can be time-consuming and less portable.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and describe the Functional Test for upper extremity assessment.
- To highlight its utility in evaluating functional activities post-stroke.
- To present it as a potentially more efficient alternative to existing measures.
Main Methods:
- The Functional Test comprises seventeen tasks across seven levels.
- It is designed for rapid administration, approximately thirty minutes.
- The test is portable for use in various clinical settings.
Main Results:
- Provides accurate and immediate assessment of upper extremity function.
- Facilitates the establishment of realistic functional goals for patients.
- Enables therapists to design targeted rehabilitation programs.
Conclusions:
- The Functional Test is a valuable tool for assessing upper extremity function in stroke patients.
- Its efficiency and portability make it suitable for diverse therapeutic environments.
- Early research suggests it may replace some traditional, lengthy assessment tools.
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