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The purpose of this study was to develop a normative database of
results of the Functional Test for the Hemiparetic Upper Extremity (FTHUE) from
able-bodied participants. METHOD: Ninety healthy adults, aged 20-80, were
assessed on the timed tasks of the FTHUE with their nondominant upper extremity
serving as the weaker side. RESULTS: A normative table with means and standard
deviations for the timed tasks of the FTHUE was created to provide reference
values for upper-extremity performance. Significant differences were found among
participants by gender and age. CONCLUSION: The FTHUE is an easy-to-administer,
inexpensive, quick evaluation. It yields standardized data that allow clinicians
to observe their clients performing functional tasks. The table of normative data
will further assist clinicians in their assessment of clients with hemiparesis.
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