Content and psychometric evaluations of questionnaires for assessing physical function in people with low back disorders. A systematic review of the literature.

CONCLUSIONS: The extent of psychometric evaluations differed substantially, as did the items included. Focus of measurement was predominantly on activities in daily life. Implications for rehabilitation Valid and reliable instruments that measure relevant aspects of low back disorders are needed to provide early diagnostics and effective treatment. Most questionnaires need more psychometric evaluations to establish the quality. The Oswestry Disability Index and the Quebec Back Pain Disability Scale showed adequate psychometric properties in most evaluations. The results may be useful when making decisions about which measurement instruments to use when evaluating low back disorders. PMID: 30324809 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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Source: Disability and Rehabilitation - October 16, 2018 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Wiitavaara B, Heiden M Tags: Disabil Rehabil Source Type: research