Beighton score
Beighton score
The Beighton score (pronunciation: /ˈbaɪtən skɔːr/) is a simple system used to quantify joint laxity and hypermobility. It uses a simple 9-point system, where the higher the score, the higher the degree of hypermobility.
Etymology
The Beighton score is named after the British rheumatologist Dr. Grahame Beighton, who, along with his colleagues, introduced the scoring system in the late 20th century.
Scoring System
The Beighton score is calculated based on the following criteria:
- One point if while standing forward bending you can place palms on the ground with legs straight
- One point for each elbow that bends backwards
- One point for each knee that bends backwards
- One point for each thumb that touches the forearm when bent backwards
- One point for each little finger that bends backwards beyond 90 degrees.
Usage
The Beighton score is used in the diagnosis of disorders such as Marfan syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and other connective tissue disorders. It is also used in the assessment of individuals in sports where joint flexibility may be a factor, such as gymnastics and dance.
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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Beighton score
- Wikipedia's article - Beighton score
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