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The Suitcase Packing Activity: A Novel Outcome Measure for Individuals With Upper Limb Loss.

PubMed / Am J Occup Ther · 2026-07-11 · By Paulus P, Childers WL, Pontillo M · The American journal of occupational therapy : official publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association

Researchers developed and evaluated a novel functional outcome measure called the Suitcase Packing Activity, designed specifically for individuals living with upper limb loss or limb difference. The assessment tasks participants with packing a suitcase to simulate real-world bilateral upper extremity demands, providing clinicians a practical tool to gauge functional ability in this population. The measure aims to fill a gap in standardized assessments relevant to prosthetic rehabilitation and occupational performance.

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