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Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test (CKCUEST)  

Tests & Measures

Summary

What it measures:

What it Measures and Conditions & Test Variations Included in this Summary: 

The Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test (CKCUEST) is a tool used to measure progress in upper extremity rehabilitation. In addition, it may be used to identify closed kinetic chain deficits in the upper extremity for functional performance. 

ICF Domain(s): 

  • Body Structure and Function 
  • Activity 
  • Function and Impairment

ICF Categories: 

  • Mobility: Upper Extremity  
  • Other PT/OT Subsequent Limitation

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Resource Details

Date: May 1, 2020
Contact:  practice@apta.org
Content Type:  Test & Measure

Symptoms & Conditions

Hand and Upper Extremity Conditions, Shoulder Conditions

Author(s)

Katelynn Mastrorocco, SPT; Sarah Falbo, SPT; Jerry Kohout, SPT; Raymar McClain, SPT; Martina Mikulic, SPT; Brandon Roy, SPT; Kristen Swain, SPT; Mary Ann Holbein-Jenny, PT, DPT, PhD  

Reviewer(s)

Kenneth Kirby, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy; J. C. Andersen, PT, ATC, PhD

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