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The client is required to perform three trials with each hand, beginning with the right hand and alternating
with the contra lateral hand between trials.
Voice prompts will guide the evaluator and the client through the test. Observe the client closely to
ensure they understand and have assumed correct Tip Pinch-type positioning.
As with all interfaced test pages, data is automatically analyzed for the Tip Pinch strength test. The
average of the three trials is compared to published population normative values. A “Comment” section is
available at the bottom of the page. You may double-click the text box to increase its size as indicated by
the length of your commentary. You have the choice to include or not include your comments in the
report by selecting the “Include comment in report” checkbox. A summary of test results and comparison
to normative values is provided in the report.
When beginning the Tip Pinch test, have the client grip the pinch gauge loosely. It is
important that the client does not grip the pinch gauge firmly prior to beginning the
test to ensure proper calculation of the starting threshold. The voice prompt will
announce “Start test now,” at which time the client may begin pinching the device in a
smooth motion, steadily maintaining the Tip Pinch grip for a three-second trial
duration until prompted “Rest period,” and directed to switch the device to the contra
lateral hand. This process is repeated three times.