Table 3:

Comparison of Traditional mMRC Scale vs Utilized Modified Scale (0–12)

MRC	mMRC	Our scale	Description of strength
5	5	12	Normal – Full strength – able to maintain test position against max resistance of examiner
	4+	11
4	4	10	Good- able to maintain test position against moderate resistance
	4−	9
	3+	8
3	3	7	Fair – able move through full range against gravity (no resistance)
	3−	6
	2+	5
2	2	4	Poor – Moves full range in gravity eliminated position
	2−	3
	1+	2
1	1	1	Trace – able to palpate or observe contraction but no movement possible
0	0	0	No muscle contraction present