F55
Seated throwing
Classcope explanation
F55 adds substantial trunk function compared with the preceding seated throwing profiles, while lower-limb contribution remains limited.
Eligible Impairments
Sport Class profile
These Athletes will have normal arm muscle power. They may have full or nearly full trunk muscle power. They may have a flicker of movement in the hip flexors. Three trunk movements may be seen in this class: an upwards movement off the back of the chair (spinal extension with anterior pelvic tilt); a degree of movement forwards and backwards (trunk flexion and extension); and a degree of rotation. Equivalent activity limitation to Athlete with bilateral hip disarticulations or complete spinal cord injury at neurological level T8-L1.
Appendix One, 4.2.2.5 · page 157-158 ↗Important
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