OAR 436-035-0075: Hand

(1) Pursuant to OAR 436-035-0020(3), the ratings in this section are hand values. Abduction and adduction of the carpometacarpal joint of the thumb are associated with the ability to extend and flex. This association has been taken into consideration in establishing the percentages of impairment. (2) The following ratings are for loss of flexion (adduction) of the carpometacarpal joint of the thumb: [Rating not included. See ED. NOTE.] (3) The following ratings are for loss of extension (abduction) of the carpometacarpal joint of the thumb: [Rating not included. See ED. NOTE.] (4) The following ratings are for ankylosis of the carpometacarpal joint in flexion (adduction) of the thumb: [Rating not included. See ED. NOTE.] (5) The following ratings are for ankylosis of the carpometacarpal joint in extension (abduction) of the thumb: [Rating not included. See ED. NOTE.] [ED. NOTE: Ratings referenced are available from the agency.]