Description
Functional impairment reasons refer to where claimants scored points against the functional descriptors laid down in legislation. Upper Limb is a physical function defined as the inability to reach, pick up and/or lack of other manual dexterity.
Classification
Applicable to: only claimants who were assessed face-to-face.
- Yes
- No
Total number of categories: 2
'Yes' refers to points scored against the functional descriptors. 'No' refers to no points scored.
Quality Statement
Some claimants will have multiple impairments therefore may appear in more than one group.
These categories have been created for reporting purposes and refer to a series of functional impairment descriptors. Upper Limb includes activities related to reaching; picking up and moving; and manual dexterity.