CVA outcome measures

Question 1

research arm test

Answer 1

Pop: stroke, ms, TBI
19 tasks: subscales of: grasp, grip, pinch, gross movement

4 point scale: 3=normal w/in 5s
2=difficult or more than 5s
1=partial task in i min
0=unable to complete any part of task in 1 min

max score=57

Question 2

Fugl-Meyer

Answer 2

Pop: stroke
UE/LE assessments

reflexes, synergies, movement, sensory, balance, prom, pain with prom

scores: 0-226: each item =0-2 with 2 being I

Question 3

Postural Assessment Scale for Stroke (PASS)

Answer 3

Pop: 1st 3 mo post stroke

12 items, 4 pt scale
0=unable
3=normal

Question 4

Stroke Impact Scale

Answer 4

Pop: stroke
8 domains: strength, hand function, ADL, mobility, communication, emotion, memory/thinking, and participation.

59 questions, self reported
5-point Likert

scores: 0-100

Question 5

Tardieu Spasticity Scale

Answer 5

Pop: CP, TBI, CVA, profound MR
measures spasticity

sitting to test UE, supine to test LE

3 speeds: v1: slow as possible

v2: speed under gravity
v3: as fast as possible

quality of muscle reaction: 0=no resistance, 5=immobile joint