Name a commonly used objective upper-extremity outcome measure in occupational therapy.

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Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) is widely used because it gives a broad, standardized picture of how the upper limb affects daily life. It collects information on both symptoms and functional ability across the shoulder, arm, forearm, and hand, producing a single score that reflects overall disability and can track change over time. This broad scope makes it a go‑to outcome measure in occupational therapy when you want to understand how a variety of UE conditions impact everyday activities, not just isolated skills.

In contrast, the Box and Block Test focuses on a single performance skill—gross dexterity and speed of moving blocks—without capturing how those skills translate to daily tasks or patient-perceived disability. The Grip Strength Test measures force output but doesn’t tell you how that strength affects function in daily activities. The Pain Numeric Rating Scale assesses pain intensity but provides no direct information about functional ability or activity limitation.