Profile 29

Severe to moderate weakness in both shoulders.

Profile Group: G5

Functional Description: Both shoulders causing problems with movement.

Medical Description: Two upper limbs affected.

  • Able to perform movements below shoulder level.
  • Activities above shoulder level will be difficult or impossible to perform.
  • May need assistance with activities of daily living (ADL).
Upper Limbs Trunk Lower Limbs
Severe to moderate weakness of two limbs Not affected Not affected
Medical diagnoses (example):

Rheumatoid arthritis.

Participation:

Inclusion Spectrum – modified, disability sport, parallel, separate.