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04 Apr2018

04 April 2018.

Written by Joanne Shaw
Posted in Neurological

04-04-2018 01:35:34
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The L-test in Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a degenerative neurological condition characterized by impairments in balance, mobility and reduced activity levels. 

The Timed Up and Go-test (TUG) is a tool which is recommended to assess mobility and falls - however, it only assess a single turn in a preferred direction, which may mask unilateral impairments in PD.

The L -test is a modification of the TUG, which incorporates a longer walking distance and turns in 2 directions.

14 subjects with mild to moderate PD completed 2 timed trials of the TUG and L-test. Tests were repeated 7 days later at the same time of day to establish test-retest reliability.

Results showed the L-test had excellent test-retest reliability and a strong correlation with the TUG test across different walking speeds.

Results suggest the L-test is a reliable and valid measure to assess mobility and falls in PD subjects, however further research to determine if the L-test is superior to the TUG is indicated.

With space constraints in homes the TUG is easier to complete, but the L-test could be considered in clinics to overcome sensitivity for those with unilateral impairments.

> From: Haas et al., Physiotherapy (2018-03-11 10:54:48) (Epub ahead of print). All rights reserved to Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Click here for the online summary.

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Joanne Shaw
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Joanne qualified in as a physiotherapist in 1996 and has had the opportunity to work in private and public practice across the UK. She has worked in m...

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