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Bromage Classification

Grade Description
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.
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