Functional Dexterity Test™

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Quick and simple dexterity test for adults and children as described in the Journal of Hand Therapy* and Journal Hand Surgery America*.

Improve hand-eye coordination, instruction following, concentration, problem solving, multitasking and pattern recognition.
Help log and track hand coordination, flexibility and dexterity.
Tests dynamic in-hand manipulation using 3 jaw chuck prehension rather than static grip or grasp-release patterns examined by other dexterity tests.
Test involves turning 16 pegs over as quickly as possible in a sequential manner.
Takes less than two minutes to administer, accommodating both a child’s attention span and a busy clinic setting.
Includes the Adult Functional Level Score Sheet based on hand dominance and normal speed of performing activities of daily living using a three-jaw chuck prehension pattern.
Provides a "growth chart" for the pediatrics population to predict dexterity developmentally.
Hardwood board measures 8" (21cm) square, and has a locking cover. The wooden pegs measure 9/10" (2.2cm) in diameter and 1-6/10" (4.0cm) in length.

*Dorit Aaron, Caroline W. Jansen, “Development of the Functional Dexterity Test (FDT),” Journal of Hand Therapy, vol. 16. (Jan.-Mar 2003): 12-21. (adult paper)

Gloria Gogola, Paul Velleman, Shuai Xu, Adianne Morse, Barbara Lacy, Dorit Aaron, “Hand Dexterity in Children: Administration and Normative Values of the Functional Dexterity Test,” Journal of Hand Surgery America, vol.38, (December 2013)

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Hazmat: None
HCPCS*: None

* North Coast Medical, Inc. cannot guarantee that suggested codes are the most current available. This information is not intended to be, nor should it be considered billing or legal advice. It is within the sole discretion of the customer to determine the appropriate billing code, as well as whether the use of a product complies with medical necessity.

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