The Southampton Hand Assessment Procedure (SHAP) is a structured research tool designed to measure the effectiveness of upper limb prostheses. The SHAP offers a standardised approach for evaluating grip performance and task efficiency using both abstract object manipulation and simulated everyday activities - capturing precise measurement of hand use across a range of hand movements in a controlled setting.

This website is a gateway to all the information you will need to know about SHAP, including how to purchase a SHAP kit, case studies, instructions and protocols, publications and more detailed information on what the SHAP is and how it can be used in your research and development.