A preliminary study toward developing a paediatric prehension classification and outcome measurement for upper limb deficiencies

Kelly-Marie Wainwright , Tara Sims, Cheryl Metcalf

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    Abstract

    ABSTRACT
    Background and Purpose
    This paper presents the first detailed taxonomy for paediatric prehension classification and identifies
    prevalent grasp instances to contrast objective reference data within child and adult populations.
    Method
    An observational study was undertaken with six healthy children between 6-10 years of age. Children were filmed completing three upper limb tasks via a head-camera and stand-alone camera. Video data was analysed alongside quantifiable descriptors to obtain both prevalence and breadth of grasp instances.
    Results
    The taxonomy developed represents the continuum of prehension patterns, alongside an observational account of the forces contributing to the grasps.
    Conclusion
    This preliminary study has resulted in the development of a detailed taxonomy of paediatric prehension. Further study with a larger, more heterogeneous, group of children is now needed so at the clinical utility of this study can be realised, potentially contributing to the development of paediatric upper limb outcome measures and rehabilitation protocols.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)33-42
    Number of pages10
    JournalJournal of the Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists
    Volume10
    Issue number2
    Publication statusPublished - 18 Dec 2019

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