Reliability and construct validity of the Walking Adaptability Ladder Test for Kids (WAL-K): a new clinical test for measuring walking adaptability in children.

CONCLUSIONS: The WAL-K shows to be a valid, reliable and easy-to-use tool for measuring walking adaptability in children. Adding an extra practice trial may reduce the observed learning effect. Implications for rehabilitation Walking adaptability is an essential skill for children to participate in daily life, but no objective measurement tools are available. The Walking Adaptability Ladder test for Kids (WAL-K) is a new measurement tool for evaluating walking adaptability in children. The WAL-K shows to be a reliable and valid measurement tool for evaluating walking adaptability in 6-12 year old children.
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Source: Disability and Rehabilitation - August 9, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Kuijpers R, Smulders E, Groen BE, Smits-Engelsman BCM, Nijhuis-Van der Sanden MWG, Weerdesteyn V Tags: Disabil Rehabil Source Type: research