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The "upper limb rotation test": Reliability and validity study of a new upper extremity physical performance test
Ph Decleve1, T Attar2, T Benameur2
1Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Hospital Ghent, Corneel Heymanslaan 10, B3, 9000, Gent, Belgium; Department of Physical Therapy, Institut Parnasse-ISEI, Avenue Mounier 84, 1200, Brussels, Belgium.
The Upper Limb Rotation Test (ULRT) demonstrates good reliability for assessing shoulder function. Its results show moderate correlations with other common physical performance tests, supporting its clinical utility.
Area of Science:
- Biomechanics
- Kinesiology
- Physical Therapy
Background:
- The Upper Limb Rotation Test (ULRT) is a novel assessment tool.
- Evaluating the reliability and validity of new clinical tests is crucial for evidence-based practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the reliability of the Upper Limb Rotation Test (ULRT).
- To determine the relationship between ULRT scores and other measures of upper limb and trunk function.
Main Methods:
- A reliability study involving 91 healthy adults was conducted.
- A two-session measurement design was employed to evaluate ULRT reliability.
- Correlations were examined between ULRT, Shoulder Mobility and Balance Test (SMBT), Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Skilled Test (CKCUEST), Shoulder Rotation Range of Motion (SRT), and isometric strength.
Main Results:
- The ULRT exhibited good relative reliability.
- Clinically acceptable absolute reliability values were indicated by the SEM95 and MDC95.
- Moderate correlations were observed between ULRT scores and both CKCUEST and SMBT.
Conclusions:
- The ULRT is a reliable tool for assessing upper limb rotation.
- The findings support the ULRT's potential for clinical use in evaluating shoulder function and its relationship with other physical performance tests.
