Ch 12 sensation interventions

Question 1

Semmes-Weinstein Monofilaments or Weinstein Enhanced Sensory Test (WEST)`

Answer 1

Measure of threshold of light touch sensation
10-15 min
Strength: Inexpensive, easy to use, portable
Weakness: Practice to administer effectively

Question 2

Modified pick-up Test

Answer 2

Measure interpretation of sensation in the distribution of the median nerve
5-10 min
Strength: Inexpensive, easy to use, portable
Weakness: Ceiling effect, sensitivity may be limited

Question 3

Fugi- Meyer Upper Extremity Sensory Subsection

Answer 3

Measures motor function, balance, joint movement
Persons with stroke
30 min
Strength: Rates quality of specific movement
Weakness: Lengthy,

Question 4

Erasmus MC- Revised Nottingham Sensory Assessment

Answer 4

Quantitative functional measure of sensation after stroke include light touch, pinprick, two-point discrimination, and proprioception
10-15 min
Strength: Establish systematic procedure for the tactile measure
Weakness: Administration time can vary

Question 5

Graded and Redefined Assessment of Strength, Sensibility, and Prehension (GRASSP)

Answer 5

Cervical tetraplegic population, also measures motor and prehensile skills
45 min
Strength: Specific sensory testing for spinal injured
Weakness: Length