Muscle Strength Grading (MRC)

Signs/Symptoms

Complete Paralysis

Visible or Palpable Muscle Contraction, but No Joint Movement

Full Range of Active Movement with Gravity Eliminated

Full Range of Active Movement Against Gravity, but Cannot Overcome Resistance

Full Range of Active Movement Against Gravity and Can Overcome Some Resistance

Full Range of Active Movement Against Gravity and Can Fully Overcome Resistance

If the examiner determines that the patient can actively move against significant resistance without clear inhibiting factors, it can be considered normal

Grading: