Cross-Validation of the Factorial Validity of the Stroke Impact Scale 3.0 in Patients With Stroke

CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE: Neither the eight- nor the four-domain structure of the Stroke Impact Scale 3.0 was supported, suggesting that scores may not provide valid assessments of HRQOL in clients with stroke. Further modification and validation of the Stroke Impact Scale 3.0 are warranted.WHAT THIS ARTICLE ADDS: Our findings suggest that the eight- and four-domain scores of the Stroke Impact Scale 3.0 may not be valid. Therefore, until more supporting evidence is developed, these scores should be interpreted cautiously in regard to clients' HRQOL; alternatively, other measures could be used.PMID:33657349 | DOI:10.5014/ajot.2021.040659
Source: The American Journal of Occupational Therapy - Category: Occupational Health Authors: Source Type: research