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Evaluating the hand: issues in reliability and validity.

J Bear-Lehman1, B C Abreu

  • 1Department of Occupational Therapy, New York University, NY 10003.

Physical Therapy
|December 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

This review explores quantitative hand function tests for range of motion, edema, and dexterity. It highlights the need for validated and reliable hand assessment instruments in clinical practice.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Hand function evaluation is crucial in clinical practice.
  • Both qualitative and quantitative methods are employed.
  • Standardized quantitative measures are needed for objective assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review quantitative tests and measures for hand function evaluation.
  • To emphasize the importance of validity and reliability in these instruments.
  • To discuss the ongoing development of hand assessment tools.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of quantitative hand function assessment tools.
  • Analysis of instruments measuring range of motion, edema, muscle performance, sensation, dexterity, and physical capacity.
  • Emphasis on the validity and reliability of reviewed measures.

Main Results:

  • Several quantitative instruments for hand function assessment are available.
  • Some tools are still in early developmental stages requiring further refinement.
  • The validity and reliability of hand assessment instrumentation are critical.

Conclusions:

  • There is a continued need to support the validity and reliability of hand assessment tools.
  • Quantitative measures enhance objective evaluation of hand function.
  • Hand therapy integrates both scientific principles and clinical art.

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