Article

PURPOSE: To evaluate all functional aspects of patients with longitudinal radial
dysplasia and to clarify the relationship between body functions on the one hand
and limitations in activity and participation on the other hand. METHODS:
Thirty-one arms of seventeen adult patients with longitudinal radial dysplasia
were analysed. Body function was assessed by measuring grip and pinch strength
and active range of motion (ROM) of the hand. Activities were measured using the
"Sequential Occupational Dexterity Assessment ", to measure perceived
restrictions in participation the "Impact on Participation and Autonomy
questionnaire" was used. Relationships between severity of dysplasia, body
function, participation and activity were determined. RESULTS: Patients with a
severe type scored significantly lower in body function scores than patients with
a mild form. Patients with limited active finger joint motion performed worse on
activities. We found no significant differences in activity and participation
between mild or severe types and found no correlation in participation scores.
CONCLUSION: Although considerable restrictions in joint mobility and strength
were revealed, little or no limitations on the activity and participation level
were found. Limitations in body functions hardly influenced capacity on activity level and did not influence participation in societal roles.
- Dysplasie du radius

Langue : ANGLAIS