Coordination Testing

Question 1

finger to nose

Answer 1

repeat x5 as fast as possible

outstretched arm

+time both UEs

cerebellum: dysmetria

Question 2

heel to shin

Answer 2

repeat x5 as fast as possible

full ROM

+ time both LEs

cerebellum: dysmetria

Question 3

rapid alternating movement hands on thigh

Answer 3

observe rhythm and accuracy of movement

cerebellum: dysdiadochokinesia

Question 4

dysdiadochokinesia

Answer 4

inability to perform rapid alternating movement

Question 5

finger and toe tapping

Answer 5

touch thumb and forefinger together with movement as big/ fast x10 seconds

tap toes on floor as big/ fast x10 secs

cerebellum: difficulty with rhythm/accuracy of movement

basal ganglia: slow/decrease amplitude