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Maximum Lower Arm Score = 3 points.
For asymmetrical postures, ratings are conducted for each side independently.
- 1 if lower arms = approximately parallel.
+ 1 if arms crossed mid-line OR extends out to the side.
Exception: Seated configuration with low key low keyboard AND keyboard tilts back (negative slope) => - 1 point.
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