Table 1 Nine-point Beighton hypermobility score
From: Serum prolidase activity in benign joint hypermobility syndrome
Task | Right | Left | |
|---|---|---|---|
1. Passively dorsiflex the fifth metacarpophalangeal joint to ≥ 90° | 1 | 1 | |
2. Oppose the thumb to the volar aspect of the ipsilateral forearm | 1 | 1 | |
3. Hyperextend the elbow to ≥ 10° | 1 | 1 | |
4. Hyperextend the knee to ≥ 10° | 1 | 1 | |
5. Place hands flat on the floor without bending the knee | 1 | ||
Total possible score | 9 |