Kapandji score

The Kapandji score is a tool useful for assessing the opposition of the thumb, based on where on their hand the patient is able to touch with the tip of their thumb.[1]

Scoring

Score Location achieved
1 Radial side of the proximal phalanx of the index finger
2 Radial side of the middle phalanx of the index finger
3 Tip of the index finger
4 Tip of the middle finger
5 Tip of the ring finger
6 Tip of the little finger
7 Distal interphalangeal joint crease of the little finger
8 Proximal interphalangeal joint crease of the little finger
9 Metacarpophalangeal joint crease of the little finger
10 Distal palmar crease

References

  1. ^ Kapandji A (1986). "Clinical test of apposition and counter-apposition of the thumb". Ann Chir Main. 5 (1): 67–73. doi:10.1016/s0753-9053(86)80053-9. PMID 3963909.
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