Comprehensive assessment
Prior to developing a tailored program, your therapist will conduct a comprehensive assessment of your arm and hand function.
What will be assessed
- Range and ease of movement: How far and how easily you can move your arm and hand.
- Muscle tone and spasticity: Levels of muscle tightness or stiffness.
- Sensation and spatial awareness: How well you can feel touch or sense where your arm is in space.
- Environmental awareness: Your awareness of your arm and hand in your surroundings.
- Movement control and accuracy: How smoothly and precisely you can move.
- Functional use: What you can do with your arm and hand, such as reaching, holding, or using objects.
- Muscle endurance: How quickly your muscles get tired during use.
- Motor planning and coordination: How your movements are planned and controlled.
- Pain levels: Any pain you may be experiencing.
