What is the clinical criteria for the SaeboGlove?Updated a year ago

In order to qualify for the SaeboGlove, clients should exhibit some ability to squeeze. If the clients cannot squeeze (curl fingers), then electrical stimulation to the finger flexors to facilitate squeezing can be provided. In addition to demonstrating active finger flexion, clients should not exhibit spasticity in the hand. If clients demonstrate more than mild hypertonicity in the wrist and fingers, then the SaeboFlex would be required.Some ability to flex his or her fingers is ideal. If the client cannot flex his or her fingers, the clinician can use electrical stimulation to the finger flexors to facilitate squeezing.

• Must exhibit less than mild hypertonicity. If greater, than the client needs the SaeboFlex.
• No contractures
• Cognitively intact