Grooved Pegboard

Grooved Pegboard

The Grooved Pegboard is a device used in occupational therapy and neurorehabilitation to assess and train fine motor dexterity and visual–motor coordination. It consists of a metal board with 25 holes arranged in a random pattern. Each hole has a groove oriented in a specific direction, requiring the user to match the peg’s ridge to the slot and insert it as quickly as possible.

Applications

• Assessment of manual dexterity, focusing on speed and accuracy of finger movements.
• Training of eye–hand coordination through angle matching and precise placement.
• Neurorehabilitation following stroke or hand injuries to support recovery of motor control.
• Evaluation of visual–spatial perception and directional orientation.

Specifications

• Board: metal construction.
• Holes: 25 grooved holes with varied orientations, arranged randomly.
• Country of manufacture: United States.

Use

The task involves aligning each peg with the corresponding groove orientation and inserting it into the hole. Completion time can be recorded for objective evaluation.