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Table 2 Comparison of Tardieu and Modified Tardieu scales

From: Objective assessment of spasticity by pendulum test: a systematic review on methods of implementation and outcome measures

Score

TS [13]

Changed in: MTS [14]

0

No resistance throughout the course of the passive movement

No change

1

Slight resistance throughout the course of passive movement

No change

2

Clear catch at precise angle, interrupting the passive movement, following by release

No change

3

Unsustained clonus(less than 10 s when maintaing the pressure) occurring at a precise angle, followed by release

No change

4

sustained clonus(more than 10 s when maintain the pressure) occurring at a precise angle, followed by release

No change

5

Joint is immovable

No change