Grade | Description |
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1 | Complete block (unable to move feet and knees). |
2 | Almost complete block (able to move feet only). |
3 | Partial block (just able to move knees). |
4 | Detectable decrease in hip flexion strength while supine (between grades 3 and 5). |
5 | No detectable decrease in hip flexion strength while supine (full knee flexion possible). |
6 | Able to flex one knee independently. |