There is little published evidence to support or refute the use of passive ranging to improve tenodesis hand function in people with C 6 quadriplegia , in the first 6 months post - injury

Tenodesis refers to opposition of the thumb and index finger with either active or passive wrist extension. Achieving a functional tenodesis grasp is a primary focus of therapy for such a person, to enable participation in activities of daily living. Tenodesis grasp is achieved with people who have a complete C6 level of quadriplegia, using a range of clinical interventions: passive wrist and hand ranging; active and /or resistive wrist extension exercises; hand splinting; and grasp/ release retraining using a graded programme of object size, reach and activities.