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. 1977 Nov;58(11):494-9.

Polyarticular disability: a functional assessment

F R Convery, M A Minteer, D Amiel, K L Connett
  • PMID: 931589

Polyarticular disability: a functional assessment

F R Convery et al. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 1977 Nov.

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to design and evaluate a system for the functional evaluation of patients with polyarticular disease. A single assessment can be done in approximately 15 minutes. Extensive prior preparation is not required. The evaluation is reproducible and the numerical characterization agrees well with a physician's overall assessment of functional impairment. The subscores can be used independently of the total score to focus on specific areas of disability. Use of the evaluation in other institutions has produced a high degree of reliability. Statistical evaluation has demonstrated areas of weakness that have been eliminated or modified to increase reliability of the system.

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