Ashworth Scale Flashcards
1
Q
What is grade 0?
A
No increase in muscle tone.
2
Q
What is grade 1?
A
Slight increase in muscle tone, manifested by a catch and release or by minimal resistance at the end of the ROM when the affected part(s) is moved in flexion or extension.
3
Q
What is grade 1+?
A
Slight increase in muscle tone, manifested by a catch, followed by minimal resistance throughout the remainder (less than half) of the ROM
4
Q
What is grade 2?
A
More marked increase in muscle tone through most of the ROM, but affected part(s) easily moved.
5
Q
What is grade 3?
A
Considerable increase in muscle tone, passive movement difficult.
6
Q
What is grade 4?
A
Affected part(s) rigid in flexion or extension.
