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. 2012 Oct 24;64(4):397–413. doi: 10.3138/ptc.2011-24

Box 1.

Categories of Instruments

Category Description ICF domain Example instruments
UL motor capacity Measures of the degree of motor control of the upper limb Body structure and function

  • Fugl–Meyer Assessment21

  • Kinematic analyses of movement

  • Indirect indicators of neurophysiological mechanisms
UL ability Measures reflecting the ability of the upper limb to contribute to daily life Activity

  • Action Research Arm Test22

  • Nine-Hole Pegboard Test23

  • Wolf Motor Function Test24
Comprehensive function Instruments that provide a comprehensive indicator of the function of the individual Activity

  • Functional Independence Measure25

  • Barthel Index26
Self-report measures Instruments that use a self-report format Potentially any ICF domain

  • Motor Activity Log27

  • Stroke Impact Scale28

UL=upper limb; ICF=International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health.