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The “R” that corresponds with each trial is located to either the left or right of the initial result obtained.
For example, for trial one on the left side of the body, the “R” is located to the left of the result obtained by
the client. To redo this trial, click on “R”. ODES will then ask if you would like to redo this trial. Click OK
and perform the trial again.
Protocol Information
Key Pinch:
The Key Pinch strength test is performed as per the protocol outlined in published research (refer to
abstracts on ODES CD). This pinch dynamometer measures strength in the key (lateral) pinch position of
both the right and left hands.
To access the test from the ODES main menu, go to Strength Test and select Pinch Grip from the list on
the left-hand side of the page. Within this testing page, you will find a row of buttons located at the top
labelled ‘Key,’ ‘Tip,’ and ‘Palmar.’ These buttons correspond to the three types of Pinch Grip tests.
Click Key to perform a Key Pinch Grip Test.
Retest Option
“
R
”
Button
It is important to note that once you either close the testing page or create a ne
w
trial, the measurements that were obtained will be locked and you will be unable
to retest an
y
of the trials.