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: Berzina G, Sveen U, Paanalahti M, Sunnerhagen KS Tags: Eur J Phys Rehabil Med Source Type: research
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