SHAP - Southampton Hand Assessment Procedure
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SHAP Usage Instructions
The Assessor's SHAP Protocol provides detailed instructions for an assessor to conduct a SHAP. The information on this page supplements this document, by providing videos of the different SHAP tests.

Abstract Object Tasks
1. Spherical [light|heavy]
2. Tripod [light|heavy]
3. Power [light|heavy]
4. Lateral [light|heavy]
5. Tip [light|heavy]
6. Extension [light|heavy]
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
 
Usage Instructions: Power (Heavy)
Place the 'power object' in the appropriate rear slot. Move the board so that these slots are directly in front of the participant whilst maintaining the approximate 8cm distance of the board from the front of the table. Using the power grip, pick up the object and move it to the front slot.
"Start the timer, move the object as demonstrated and as quickly as possible to the front slot and then stop the timer."
Example Video


Use the video controls to play, pause, and adjust volume. The video will loop automatically.
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