Profile 2
Almost no use in four limbs, but can bend elbows. May use a power wheelchair or a manual wheelchair.
Profile Group: G1
Functional Description: Almost no use in four limbs.
Medical Description: All four limbs and trunk affected.
- Able to bend elbows and just about push a manual chair.
- Will use an electric Powerchair for mobility.
- Assistance with activities of daily living (ADL) required.
- Assistance required to record etc.
| Upper Limbs | Trunk | Lower Limbs |
|---|---|---|
| Triceps | Severe deformity or weakness (C5/6) | Severe deformity or weakness. Requires a powered chair. |
Medical diagnoses (example):
Spinal Cord Injury (Tetraplegia), Cerebral Palsy (Quadriplegia), Muscular dystrophy, Spinal muscular atrophy, Traumatic brain injury.
Participation:
Inclusion Spectrum – modified, disability sport, parallel, separate. Unable to project a ball without assistance.