NIH Stroke Scale
Scale Definition Sensory 0 Normal; no sensory loss. 1 Mild-to-moderate sensory loss; patient feels pinprick is less sharp or is dull on the affected side; or there is a loss of superficial pain with pinprick, but patient is aware of being touched. 2 Severe or total sensory loss; patient is not aware of being touched in the face, arm, and leg. 8
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