LW5/7-1
Standing
Classcope explanation
Standing class for an impairment of both arms equivalent to amputation through or above both elbows; neither hand can hold and use a ski pole. Skis without poles.
Eligible Impairments
Sport Class profile
LW5/7 Bilateral Upper Limb Impairment LW 5/7-1 Impaired Muscle Power: Equivalent activity limitation to that of an Athlete with bilateral above elbow amputations; neither hand is able to hold and use a ski pole Impaired Passive Range of Movement: Equivalent activity limitation to that of an Athlete with bilateral above elbow amputations; neither hand is able to hold and use a ski pole Limb Deficiency: Bilateral through or above elbow amputation Bilateral Limb Deficiency, with residual limb length equivalent to bilateral through or above elbow amputations Hypertonia, Ataxia, Athetosis: Spasticity = grade 3-2 on both sides Not able or partially able to perform upper limb co-ordination tests. No functional ability bilaterally. Equivalent activity limitation to that of an Athlete with bilateral above elbow amputations; neither hand is able to hold and use a ski pole Technical: 2 skis, no poles Upper limb prosthesis or orthosis must comply with the FIS Para Snow Sports Equipment Specifications.
Appendix One, 4 (Sport Class Profiles) · page 55-56 ↗Important
Classcope provides classification information and decision support only. It does not determine official eligibility, Sport Class or Sport Class Status.