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In-hand manipulation assessment instruments for children: A scoping review
Annelize Kruger1, Monique Strauss1, Marieta Visser1
1Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa.
This scoping review found no standardized in-hand manipulation assessment instruments for children with fine motor delays. Further research is needed to develop a gold standard tool for accurate evaluation in pediatric rehabilitation.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Occupational Therapy
- Developmental Pediatrics
- Rehabilitation Science
Background:
- Accurate assessment of in-hand manipulation is crucial for children with fine motor delays.
- A clinically suitable instrument is needed for pediatric developmental and rehabilitation contexts.
- Critical evaluation of existing instruments is necessary to guide clinical decisions and future research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a scoping review of the literature on in-hand manipulation assessment instruments for children.
- To identify and summarize available assessment tools.
- To inform the development of a standardized instrument.
Main Methods:
- A six-stage scoping review methodology (Arskey and O'Malley) was employed.
- Fifteen databases were searched for articles published between January 1990 and December 2020.
- Data from 33 eligible articles were charted and analyzed.
Main Results:
- Eleven in-hand manipulation assessment instruments were identified.
- Instruments were summarized based on constructs assessed, clinical utility (applicability, practicality), and psychometric properties.
- No instrument had completed the full development process with evaluated psychometric properties.
Conclusions:
- Currently, no comprehensive, standardized in-hand manipulation assessment instrument with evaluated psychometric properties exists for children.
- Further research is recommended to develop a gold standard assessment tool.
- This will enhance accurate evaluation and intervention for children with fine motor delays.
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