All hands on deck: The multidisciplinary rehabilitation assessment and management of hand function in persons with neuromuscular disorders.

Hand function is important in every aspect of our lives. Across a wide range of neuromuscular disorders-inherited ataxias, motor neuron diseases, polyneuropathies, and myopathies-people can experience losses in hand strength, tone, movement, dexterity, joint range, and sensation. Such changes can adversely affect function and independence in daily activities, reducing participation and quality of life.