Testing position:
Stimulus:
*Low level reflex"
"I am going to take a look at the way you are moving your body. I am going to touch the inside of your palm like this" Demonstrate touching the ulnar aspect of the palm of your hand. "Is that okay with you?"
Positive response:
- Seated or standing
Stimulus:
- Placing an object on the ulnar aspect of the client's palm
*Low level reflex"
"I am going to take a look at the way you are moving your body. I am going to touch the inside of your palm like this" Demonstrate touching the ulnar aspect of the palm of your hand. "Is that okay with you?"
Positive response:
- Client grasps the object strongly and will not let go.
- Client will not grasp the object.
Functional Implications:
- Grasp & release
- If positive response persists:
- The client can grasp an object but can't let it go.