Beighton Score Calculator

What Beighton Score Calculator does

How to use the ToolDone Beighton Score Calculator

1. 1

   Select the outcome for Passive Dorsiflexion (5th finger)

2. 2

   Select the outcome for Thumb Apposition

3. 3

   Select the outcome for Elbow Hyperextension

4. 4

   Select the outcome for Knee Hyperextension

5. 5

   Select the outcome for Forward Flexion and view the calculated total score

Beighton Score Calculator FAQ

What score indicates hypermobility?

A Beighton Score of 5 or higher is typically considered indicative of generalized joint hypermobility, though thresholds may vary by age and clinical context.

Can this tool diagnose Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?

No, the calculator provides a screening score only. A formal diagnosis of EDS or related disorders requires clinical evaluation by a healthcare professional.

How are the nine joint criteria scored?

Each of the nine tests—passive dorsiflexion of the fifth finger, thumb apposition, elbow hyperextension, knee hyperextension, and forward flexion—is worth 1 point if positive; the maximum total score is 9.

Is the tool suitable for children or older adults?

Beighton scoring thresholds often adjust for age; the ToolDone page provides general categories but does not specify age-adjusted cut-offs, so results should be interpreted with caution outside the typical adult range.