Intra- and inter-rater reliability of goniometric finger range of motion using a written protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Goniometric finger range of motion (ROM) is the most common outcome measure used for functional evaluation of finger joints, but its reliability is not well-evaluated. This study aimed to investigate intra- and inter-rater reliability of goniometric finger ROM using a written protocol for active, passive, and composite movements in healthy adults.

Methods

The design was a single-center, cross-sectional, reliability study. Participants were 20 healthy adults (mean ± standard deviation, 36.4 ± 10.9 years). ROM for active, passive, and composite movements of the fingers was assessed by three occupational therapists with at least 5 years clinical experience in the field of physical disabilities. To standardize the measurement method used, we developed a written prot

SUBMITTER: Nakai T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11463044 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature