Kapandji score
The Kapandji score is a tool useful for assessing the opposition of the thumb, based on where on their hand the patient is able to touch with the tip of their thumb.{{cite journal | title=Clinical test of apposition and counter-apposition of the thumb | author=Kapandji A | journal=Ann Chir Main | year=1986 | volume=5 | issue=1 | pages=67–73 | doi=10.1016/s0753-9053(86)80053-9 | pmid=3963909}}
Scoring
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Score
!Location achieved |
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1
| Radial side of the proximal phalanx of the index finger |
2
| Radial side of the middle phalanx of the index finger |
3
| Tip of the index finger |
4
| Tip of the middle finger |
5
| Tip of the ring finger |
6
| Tip of the little finger |
7
| Distal interphalangeal joint crease of the little finger |
8
| Proximal interphalangeal joint crease of the little finger |
9
| Metacarpophalangeal joint crease of the little finger |
10
| Distal palmar crease |
References
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Category:Orthopedic clinical prediction rules
Category:Musculoskeletal examination
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