Tripod Grips

Tripod Grip, also known as 3-Jaw Chuck, is achieved when the thumb opposes both the index and middle digits. Typically, Tripod Grip is preferred over Precision Pinch when handling slightly larger objects for more stability. There are 4 options for the Tripod Grip that are categorized in the same manner as the Precision Pinch options

Grip

Description

Task examples

Standard 3 Jaw Chuck (Tripod) Open

  1. Preparing food with ring and little digit clear, such as slicing cucumbers or carrots
  2. Holding cell phone

Thumb 3 Jaw Chuck (Tripod) Open

  1. Grab spices from cupboard
  2. Open bag of chips

Standard 3 Jaw Chuck (Tripod) Closed

  1. Open bag of chips
  2. Pull up socks

Thumb 3 Jaw Chuck (Tripod) Closed

  1. Repetitive factory type work moving pieces
  2. Grasp pen for writing
  3. Laundry
  4. Pack bag