Analysing the modified rankin scale using concepts of the international classification of functioning, disability and health.

CONCLUSIONS: The content of the mRS and the mRS-SI can be linked to the ICF framework. But the content may not be related to a specific outcome that would be in accordance with the disability terminology suggested by the World Health Organization. CLINICAL REHABILITATION IMPACT: In order to follow the ICF model, interpretation of mRS rating requires caution. PMID: 26006081 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Medical Physics - Category: Physics Authors: Tags: Eur J Phys Rehabil Med Source Type: research