Reachable workspace analysis is a potential measurement for impairment of the upper extremity in neuralgic amyotrophy.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction/aims

Neuralgic amyotrophy (NA) is a multifocal neuropathy involving the nerves of the upper extremity, limiting functional capability and reducing range of motion. The reachable workspace (RWS) is a computerized three-dimensinal analysis system that evaluates the relative surface area (RSA) of an individual's arm reachability and has shown utility in several neuromuscular disorders. The aims of this study were to examine the ability of the RWS to quantitatively detect limitations in upper extremity active range of motion in patients with NA, and correlate these with other upper extremity functional outcome measures.

Methods

Forty-seven patients with NA and 25 healthy age- and sex-matched controls were measured with the RWS. Study participants' RSAs were correlat

SUBMITTER: IJspeert J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9544162 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature