Outcome Measures for PD Flashcards
1
Q
PD Questionnaire (PDQ-39)
A
Determines impact of PD on quality of life + function.
2
Q
PD Q8
A
shorter than the original (with 1 item/domain)
3
Q
MDS-Unified PD rating scale
A
/176 increased scores linked to higher disease severity.
4
Q
Mini- BESTest
A
14 item measure
assesses sit to stand, heel raises, standing on one leg
5
Q
cut off scores in PD
A
TUG > 12s = fall risk
5 times sit to stand > 16 s = increased fall risk
gait velocity 0.88m/s community ambulation
Mini BESTest < 20/28 falls at 6 months in PD
6
Q
3 meter backwards walk test
A
highest for diagnosing fall risk in PD
4.5s = high risk
