Findings

Question 1

5

Answer 1

Normal
100%
Pt can maintain position against gravity + against full examiner applied pressure

Question 2

4

Answer 2

Good
75%
Pt can maintain position against gravity and against minimal examiner applied pressure

Question 3

3

Answer 3

Fair
50%
Movement against gravity but not against resistance

Question 4

2

Answer 4

Poor
25
Movement possible, not against gravity

Question 5

1

Answer 5

Trace
5%
Evidence of slight contraction, little or no Jt motion

Question 6

0

Answer 6

Zero
0%
No palpable or percievable evidence of contracility

Question 7

Common muscle test findings

Answer 7

Strong painless resistance indicates normal tissue integrity
Weak and painless resistance indicates loss of motor nerve supply or complete rupture of musculotendinous structure
Painful resistance indicates partial tear or rupture of MSK structure