GMFCS

Question 1

GMFCS

Answer 1

Gross motor function classification score

Question 2

GMFCS 1

Answer 2

Walks without limitations
* Can walk indoors and outdoors and climb stairs without using their hands for support
* Can run and jump
* Has decreased speed, balance and coordination

Question 3

GMFCS 2

Answer 3

Walks with limitations
* Can walk indoors and outdoors and climb stairs using a railing
* Experiences difficulty with uneven surfaces, inclines, or while in crowds
* Can minimally run or jump

Question 4

GMFCS 3

Answer 4

Walks with handheld mobility device
* Walks with assistive mobility devices indoors and outdoors on level surfaces
* May be able to climb stairs using a railing
* May propel a manual wheelchair; may require assistance for long distances or uneven surfaces

Question 5

GMFCS 4

Answer 5

Self-mobility with limitations - may use powered mobility
* Walking ability is severely limited
* Primarily relies on wheeled mobility, may propel their own power wheelchair
* May participate in standing transfers

Question 6

GMFCS 5

Answer 6

Transported in manual wheelchair
* Has physical impairments that restrict voluntary movement control and the ability to maintain head and neck position against gravity
* Experiences impairment in all areas of motor control
* Requires full assistance for mobility and self-care.
* Cannot sit or stand independently, even with adaptive equipment
* Cant independently walk, though may be able to use powered mobility device