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Clinical Observations of Motor and Postural Skills: COMPS 2nd Edition
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Purpose
A screening tool based on 6 of the Clinical Observations developed by A.J. Ayres.
Children aged 5-15
Assesment Type
Patient Group
Other
Age Group
Children (3-12 years) | Adolescents (13-17 years)
ICF domain
Activity & Participation
Area of assessment
Fine Motor
Key description
Observational checklist of 6 items; supine flexion, rapid forearm rotation, finger to nose touching, ATNR, slow movements
It generates a score to help identify a number of subtle motor coordination problems in children
Adequate reliability and validity
Inter rater reliability 0.92
Cost
£105
Equipment required
None listed
Training required
Experience
Considerations & references
https://www.southpaw.co.uk/clinical-observations-of-motor-and-postural-skills-comps-2nd-edition.html
Time to complete
15 minutes
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