상지의 level of Usage

Non-Assistive

Patient is unable to use the limb in any functional activities because of pain, range of motion limitations, apraxia, and neglect. Compensatory technics and assistive devices are necessary to improve function

 

Minimal Stablizing Assist

 

Patients uses limb passively to hold objects, such as stabilizing paper while writing

 

Minimal Active Assist

 

Patient uses the shoulder and elbow actively to place the limb on the lap or through the sleeve of the shirt or to stablize the trunk when upright. No active hand use occur

 

Maximal active Assist

Patient use the arm actively with the shoulder, elbow, and gross grasp and release. Fine motor function is not present

 

Incorporation into bilateral activites

Patient uses the impaired hand and arm in all bilateral activities assosiated with activities of daily living and mobility