Purpose: This study aimed to use three statistical methods to investigate the inter-rater and intra-rater reliability of the Chinese version of the Short Orientation-Memory-Concentration Test (C-SOMC) ...

Abstract: Clinical assessments of muscle spasticity are done by physiotherapists with the help of assessment scales. The gold standard is by using Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS), in which the scale ...

Introduction Achilles tendinopathy (AT) is common and recalcitrant. A new ultrasound Achilles tendon assessment protocol has been developed as part of a large RCT. Ultrasound scanning has considerable ...

Background The Reactive Balance Test (RBT) is a functional performance test which tests neurocognitive performance. It could be a valuable addition to research on adaptations related to CAI and for ...

Visual vertical (VV) has been used increasingly as a routine clinical assessment to identify alteration of verticality perception as a possible cause of postural disorders after stroke. This study ...

Abstract: Background: Knee proprioception is essential for injury prevention, stability, and performance improvement. Reliable proprioception measurement tools are crucial for accurate assessment and ...

Introduction: Cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD) is a research priority to reduce the burden of stroke and dementia. The total cerebral small vessel disease (tSVD) score provides a global view of ...